About John Hansen Sørbrøden
Lived 1775 – 1857 (aged 82). John Hansen Sørbrøden was a Norwegian farmer and politician, known for Norwegian Constituent Assembly.
John Hansen Sørbrøden (3 May 1775 – 8 December 1857) was a Norwegian farmer, lay preacher and politician.
He was born of the Sørbrøden in Berg parish in Østfold, Norway. He grew up within a farm family which figured prominently in the Haugean Movement (haugianere). The family farm became a Haugean center in the area.
He represented Smaalenene (now Østfold) at the Norwegian Constituent Assembly at Eidsvoll in 1814, and was elected member of the Parliament of Norway from 1833.
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Who was John Hansen Sørbrøden?
Norwegian politician (1775-1857)
When was John Hansen Sørbrøden born?
John Hansen Sørbrøden was born on 3 May 1775 in Berg Municipality.
When did John Hansen Sørbrøden die?
John Hansen Sørbrøden died on 8 December 1857.
What was John Hansen Sørbrøden's occupation?
John Hansen Sørbrøden was a farmer and politician.
What was John Hansen Sørbrøden known for?
John Hansen Sørbrøden was known for Norwegian Constituent Assembly.
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John Hansen Sørbrøden was Norwegian.
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