About Herman Jeremiassen
Lived 1851 – 1943 (aged 91–92). Herman Jeremiassen was a Norwegian politician and ship-owner.
Herman Jeremiassen (born 1851 in Hviteseid, died 1943) was a Norwegian ship-owner and politician.
Personal life Herman Jeremiassen was born in Hviteseid to teacher's seminary leader Knut Johan Jeremiassen and Ingeborg Ellse, née Helseth. The family moved to Drammen around 1855. Herman and his brother Johan Jeremiassen later moved to Porsgrund. Alice's sister Marie married Jørgen Christian Knudsen, whose sister Serine married Herman's brother Johan.
Career Like his brother, Herman Jeremiassen was a notable ship-owner. He was a conservative. During his time as mayor, Porsgrunn got its coat of arms, a power plant among other things.
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Who was Herman Jeremiassen?
Norwegian businessman (1851–1943)
When was Herman Jeremiassen born?
Herman Jeremiassen was born in 1851 in Kviteseid Municipality.
When did Herman Jeremiassen die?
Herman Jeremiassen died in 1943.
What was Herman Jeremiassen's occupation?
Herman Jeremiassen was a politician and ship-owner.
What nationality was Herman Jeremiassen?
Herman Jeremiassen was Norwegian.
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