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Randi Anda

1898 – 1999

Norwegian politician

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About Randi Anda

Lived 1898 – 1999 (aged 100). Randi Anda was a Norwegian politician and missionary.

Randi Anda (née Friestad; 29 December 1898, Egersund – 7 May 1999) was a Norwegian politician for the Christian Democratic Party.

She served as a deputy representative to the Parliament of Norway from Rogaland during the terms 1954–57, 1958–61, 1961–65 and 1965–69. Outside politics she was known for being a missionary to China.

During the Second World War, she and her husband Arne worked in Qiqihar, Manchukuo before they were taken prisoner by the Japanese on 8 December 1941. They were incarcerated in Qiqihar's concentration camp for three and a half years until the war's end.

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Deputy member of the Parliament of Norway

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Randi Anda?

Norwegian politician (1898-1999)

When was Randi Anda born?

Randi Anda was born on 29 December 1898.

When did Randi Anda die?

Randi Anda died on 7 May 1999.

What was Randi Anda's occupation?

Randi Anda was a politician and missionary.

What nationality was Randi Anda?

Randi Anda was Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Randi Anda

· Wikidata: Q7291689

· DBpedia: Randi Anda

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