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Anton Mohr

1890 – 1968

Norwegian journalist, historian and professor

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Lived 1890 – 1968 (aged 78). Anton Mohr was a Norwegian journalist, historian, professor, geographer and economist.

Anton Mohr (8 February 1890 – 14 September 1968) was a Norwegian geographer and historian.

He was born in Fana Municipality to merchant and consul Conrad Mohr and Agnete Kroepelien, and was a brother of Wilhelm Mohr. He was a central person in the establishment of the Norwegian School of Economics, and was appointed professor of political history at the institution from 1946 to 60. His works include his thesis Kampen om Nilen from 1923, Kampen om oljen from 1925, Norges Kornforsyning inntil 1914 from 1954, and De 50 statene (1959). He wrote three books on the Napoleonic era, Keiseren av Elba, De hundrede dager and Mot Sankt Helena. He was decorated Knight, First Class of the Order of St. Olav in 1960, and was a Commander of the Order of the Crown of Italy and Knight of the French Legion of Honour.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
University of Oslo
Employers
Norwegian School of Economics
Awards
Order of St Olav

Family & relationships

Parent
Conrad Mohr

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Anton Mohr?

Norwegian journalist, historian and professor (1890-1968)

When was Anton Mohr born?

Anton Mohr was born on 8 February 1890 in Fana Municipality.

When did Anton Mohr die?

Anton Mohr died on 14 September 1968 in Bergen Municipality.

What was Anton Mohr's occupation?

Anton Mohr was a journalist, historian, professor, geographer and economist.

What nationality was Anton Mohr?

Anton Mohr was Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Anton Mohr

· Wikidata: Q11958420

· DBpedia: Anton Mohr

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