Knud Knudsen

Knud Knudsen

historical figure Norway

Knud Knudsen was a significant figure in the development of the Norwegian language, particularly known for his role in standardizing Bokmål, one of Norway's two official written languages. Born in 1812, he worked tirelessly to bridge the gap between the written forms of Norwegian and the spoken dialects, advocating for a version of the language that reflected the reality of how people spoke. His contributions laid the groundwork for modern Norwegian literature and education, making him a key player in the linguistic history of Norway.

Born on Jan 01, 1812 (213 years old)

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