Magnus Andersen papers, 1895-1937
Title
Magnus Andersen papers, 1895-1937
Identifier
P1295
Date
1895-1937
Creator
Description
Translation of two chapters of a book, 70 Aars Tilbakeblik, written by a Norwegian sea captain and published in Oslo in 1932. A copy of the book is included in the collection. The chapters excerpted deal with the voyage of the Viking from Bergen to the Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893 and later down the Mississippi River to New Orleans. Andersen originated the idea of such a boyage and was captain of the crew. A photograph of Anderson from 1937 and clippings included.
Extent
1 folder
Language
English
Norwegian
Citation
Andersen, Magnus, 1857-1938, “Magnus Andersen papers, 1895-1937,” Norwegian-American Historical Association, accessed May 15, 2024, https://naha.omeka.net/items/show/16204.