About Thorwald Klaudius Nelson
Lived 1849 – 1888 (aged 38). Thorwald Klaudius Nelson was an American politician.
Thorwald Klaudius Nelson (Thorwald sometimes spelled Thorvald was a Norwegian American meerschaum pipe carver, woodturner and politician who served as a delegate to California's Second Constitutional Convention from 1878 to 1879 and in the California State Senate from 1880 to 1885.) At just 30 years old, he was the youngest member of the Senate. He also served as president of the Scandinavian Club of the Workingmen's Party of California.
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Who was Thorwald Klaudius Nelson?
American politician (1849–1888)
When was Thorwald Klaudius Nelson born?
Thorwald Klaudius Nelson was born on 13 September 1849.
When did Thorwald Klaudius Nelson die?
Thorwald Klaudius Nelson died on 5 March 1888.
What was Thorwald Klaudius Nelson's occupation?
Thorwald Klaudius Nelson was a politician.
What nationality was Thorwald Klaudius Nelson?
Thorwald Klaudius Nelson was American.
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