Lars Christensen

Lars Christensen (6 April 1884 – 10 December 1965) was a Norwegian shipowner and whaling magnate. He was also a philanthropist with a keen interest in the exploration of Antarctica.

For the astronomer, see Lars Lindberg Christensen. For the Norwegian poet and novelist, see Lars Saabye Christensen. For the Danish rower, see Lars Christensen (rower). For the Danish music artist Lars Ankerstjerne Christensen, see Ankerstjerne.
Lars Christensen
Born(1884-04-06)6 April 1884
Sandar, Vestfold, Norway
Died10 December 1964(1964-12-10) (aged 80)
New York City, New York
NationalityNorwegian
Known forWhaling
Antarctic exploration
SpouseIngrid Christensen
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