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Gotfred Johan Hølvold

1903 – 1979

Norwegian politician, contributing editor, mayor, member of the parliament of Norway and sailor

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About Gotfred Johan Hølvold

Lived 1903 – 1979 (aged 76). Gotfred Johan Hølvold was a Norwegian politician, editing staff and sailor.

Gotfred Johan Hølvold (22 April 1903 – 28 July 1979) was a Norwegian politician who was a member of the Norwegian Communist Party. During World War II, he was a refugee in the Soviet Union, working on Comintern missions and Radio Moscow's Norwegian broadcasts.

He was born in Vardø Municipality to Johan Hølvold and Anna Berteussen. He was elected representative to the Storting for the period 1954–1957 for the Communist Party.

Hølvold died on 28 July 1979.

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Important facts

Born
22 April 1903, Vardø Municipality
Birth century
20th century
Died
28 July 1979, Finnmark
Occupation
Politician, editing staff, sailor
Nationality
Norway
Positions held
Member of the Parliament of Norway, Mayor of Sør-Varanger

Family & relationships

Spouse
Hildur Hølvold

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gotfred Johan Hølvold?

Norwegian politician, contributing editor, mayor, member of the parliament of Norway and sailor (1903-1979)

When was Gotfred Johan Hølvold born?

Gotfred Johan Hølvold was born on 22 April 1903 in Vardø Municipality.

When did Gotfred Johan Hølvold die?

Gotfred Johan Hølvold died on 28 July 1979 in Finnmark.

What was Gotfred Johan Hølvold's occupation?

Gotfred Johan Hølvold was a politician, editing staff and sailor.

What nationality was Gotfred Johan Hølvold?

Gotfred Johan Hølvold was Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gotfred Johan Hølvold

· Wikidata: Q11972393

· DBpedia: Gotfred Johan Hølvold

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