About Gunnar Larsen
Lived 1902 – 1973 (aged 71). Gunnar Larsen was a Danish businessperson.
Gunnar Larsen (10 January 1902 – 1 February 1973) was a Danish chemical engineer, businessman and politician. He served as the minister of public works between 1940 and 1943. He left Denmark in 1954 and exiled into Ireland where he lived until his death.
Early life and education Larsen was born on 10 January 1902.
Career and activities He was named as the director of FL Smidth & Co. in 1935 becoming a prominent figure in the Danish industry. Larsen was one of the confidantes of Danish politician Erik Scavenius.
Exile and death Larsen left Denmark and settled in Ireland in 1954. He died in Ireland on 1 February 1973.
Legacy Larsen's diaries covering the period between January 1941 and September 1943 were published in 2011.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gunnar Larsen?
Danish minister (1902–1973)
When was Gunnar Larsen born?
Gunnar Larsen was born on 10 January 1902 in Frederiksberg.
When did Gunnar Larsen die?
Gunnar Larsen died on 1 February 1973 in Ireland.
What was Gunnar Larsen's occupation?
Gunnar Larsen was a businessperson.
What nationality was Gunnar Larsen?
Gunnar Larsen was Danish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Gunnar Larsen (politician)
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