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Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe

1822 – 1906

Norwegian politician

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About Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe

Lived 1822 – 1906 (aged 83). Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe was a Norwegian politician.

Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe (1822-1906) was a Norwegian civil servant and politician. He served as the County Governor of Nordland county from 1867 until 1878. In 1878, he was appointed to serve as the County Governor of Søndre Bergenhus county until his retirement in 1897.

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Important facts

Born
21 August 1822, Bergen
Birth century
19th century
Died
30 July 1906, Kristiania, Norway
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Norway, Norwegians
Positions held
County Governor of Nordland, County Governor of Hordaland, Deputy member of the Parliament of Norway
Awards
Knight Grand Officer of the Order of Saint Olav

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe?

Norwegian politician (1822–1906)

When was Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe born?

Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe was born on 21 August 1822 in Bergen.

When did Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe die?

Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe died on 30 July 1906 in Kristiania, Norway.

What was Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe's occupation?

Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe was a politician.

What nationality was Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe?

Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe was Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe

· Wikidata: Q11963896

· DBpedia: Claus Nieuwejaar Worsøe

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