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Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow

1792 – 1875

Norwegian politician

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About Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow

Lived 1792 – 1875 (aged 83). Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow was a Norwegian politician.

Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow (3 August 1792 – 20 December 1875) was the Norwegian Minister of the Army 1848–1852 and 1852–1853, and member of the Council of State Division in Stockholm 1851–1852 and 1853–1854.

Sylow was the father of mathematician Peter Ludwig Mejdell Sylow and military officer and sports official Carl Sylow.

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Important facts

Born
3 August 1792
Birth century
18th century
Died
20 December 1875
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Norway
Positions held
Norway's Army Minister

People in Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

Portrait of Peter Ludwig Mejdell Sylow
Peter Ludwig Mejdell Sylow
1832 – 1918
Mathematician
 Portrait of Carl Sylow
Carl Sylow
1838 – 1930
Military personnel

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow?

Norwegian politician (1792–1875)

When was Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow born?

Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow was born on 3 August 1792.

When did Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow die?

Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow died on 20 December 1875.

What was Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow's occupation?

Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow was a politician.

What nationality was Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow?

Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow was Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow

· Wikidata: Q7789257

· DBpedia: Thomas Edvard von Westen Sylow

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