About Christoffer Urne
Lived 1593 – 1663 (aged 69). Christoffer Urne was a Danish civil servant, aristocrat, estate owner, seignory and riksråd.
Christoffer Knudsson Urne of Årsmarke (27 October 1593 – 27 September 1663) was a Danish statesman and landholder. He served as Royal Treasurer from 1617 to 1627, Governor-General of Norway from 1629 to 1642 and as Chancellor of the Realm from 1646.
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Who was Christoffer Urne?
Governor General of Norway (1593-1663)
When was Christoffer Urne born?
Christoffer Urne was born on 27 October 1593 in Halsted Priory.
When did Christoffer Urne die?
Christoffer Urne died on 27 September 1663 in Nielstrup.
What was Christoffer Urne's occupation?
Christoffer Urne was a civil servant, aristocrat, estate owner, seignory and riksråd.
What nationality was Christoffer Urne?
Christoffer Urne was Danish.
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