Fridtjof Nansen


 

Fridtjof Nansen (born October 10, 1861 in Store Frĝen, near Kristiania, now Oslo - died May 13, 1930 in Lysaker, outside Oslo) was a Norwegian explorer, scientist and diplomat. Nansen was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1922 for his work as a League of Nations High Commissioner.

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October 10 - 1861 - Kristiania - Oslo - May 13 - 1930 - Norwegian - Nobel Peace Prize - 1922 - League of Nations - High Commissioner

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Introduction
Arctic exploring
Academic career and scientific works
Diplomatic and political career
The League of Nations
Posthumous honors
References
External links

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