About Harald Bjerke
Lived 1860 – 1926 (aged 66). Harald Bjerke was a Norwegian engineer, director general and businessperson.
Harald Borgen Bjerke (4 March 1860 – 1 April 1926) was a Norwegian businessperson.
He was born in Kristiania. From 1895 to 1912 he was the managing director of Mandalsgatens Høvleri. From 1910 to 1912 he also chaired the Norwegian Employers' Confederation. From 1918 to 1926 he was the Director-General of Norsk Hydro.
He was also a supervisory council member of Elektrisk Bureau.
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Who was Harald Bjerke?
Norwegian businessman (1860–1926)
When was Harald Bjerke born?
Harald Bjerke was born on 4 March 1860 in Christiania, Oslo.
When did Harald Bjerke die?
Harald Bjerke died on 1 April 1926.
What was Harald Bjerke's occupation?
Harald Bjerke was an engineer, director general and businessperson.
What nationality was Harald Bjerke?
Harald Bjerke was Norwegian.
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