About Erling Brinchmann
Lived 1897 – 1988 (aged 91). Erling Brinchmann was a Norwegian writer and chief of police.
Erling Brinchmann (21 March 1897 – 29 August 1988) was a Norwegian chief of police.
He was born in Trondhjem. After finishing his secondary education in 1915, he studied law and graduated with the cand.jur. degree from the Royal Frederick University in 1920. Following a time as deputy judge, he worked in a bank before being hired as police prosecutor in Inntrøndelag in 1923.
He was known for his benign appearance and as a guitar player. He was a member of the Friends of Folk Song Club . Upon retiring he was decorated as a Knight, First Class of the Order of St. Olav.
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Who was Erling Brinchmann?
Norwegian writer
When was Erling Brinchmann born?
Erling Brinchmann was born on 21 March 1897 in Trondheim, Trondheim municipality.
When did Erling Brinchmann die?
Erling Brinchmann died on 29 August 1988.
What was Erling Brinchmann's occupation?
Erling Brinchmann was a writer and chief of police.
What nationality was Erling Brinchmann?
Erling Brinchmann was Norwegian.
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