About Hans Holten
Lived 1892 – 1973 (aged 80–81). Hans Holten was a Norwegian politician, journalist and agronomist.
Hans Holten (1892–1973) was a Norwegian newspaper editor.
He was born in Surnadal Municipality and was educated as an agronomist but became a journalist by occupation. From 1933 to 1940 he led the press office of the Agrarian Party, while also serving as secretary general. From 1945 to 1963 he was the editor-in-chief of Nationen. He was also a member of the Norwegian Language Council, representing Bokmål writers.
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Who was Hans Holten?
Norwegian politician (1892–1973)
When was Hans Holten born?
Hans Holten was born on 20 March 1892 in Surnadal Municipality, Åsskard Municipality.
When did Hans Holten die?
Hans Holten died in 1973.
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Hans Holten was a politician, journalist and agronomist.
What nationality was Hans Holten?
Hans Holten was Norwegian.
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