Alfhild Hovdan
1904–1982
- Nationality
- Norway
- Occupation
- journalist
Alfhild Hovdan (née Olsen; 13 September 1904 â 20 February 1982) was a Norwegian journalist, and later tourist manager for the city of Oslo for more than forty years.
Incarceration history
Facilities
- Grini detention campDates unknown
Biography
Alfhild Hovdan (née Olsen; 13 September 1904 â 20 February 1982) was a Norwegian journalist, and later tourist manager for the city of Oslo for more than forty years. She is known for initiating the tradition of the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree, a present from the city of Oslo to the people of London, in recognition of their assistance during World War II.
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