Gina Krog

1847–1916 (age 69)

Biography

Gina Krog was a pioneering politician and tireless activist whose work advanced women’s rights and democratic ideals across Norway. She helped found key organizations devoted to securing suffrage and equal educational opportunities, addressing assemblies with a resolute voice and unwavering principles.

Krog patiently built coalitions and mentored the next generation of leaders, always returning to the humble belief that politics should elevate the lives of ordinary women and men. Her burial at Vår Frelsers gravlund marks the resting place of one of the nation’s bravest advocates for justice.

Also buried at Vår Frelsers gravlund

Carl von Hanno
1901–1953 (age 52)
Vår Frelsers gravlund
Carl von Hanno was a painter and educator who brought modern clarity to depictions of the Norwegian landscape.
Hans Hein Theodor Nysom
1845–1903 (age 58)
Vår Frelsers gravlund
An engineer whose skillful work helped shape Norway's modern infrastructure.
Stener Lenschow
1842–1937 (age 95)
Vår Frelsers gravlund
Stener Lenschow was a prominent Norwegian architect whose work defined much of 19th-century Scandinavian design.
Kjell Bull-Hansen
1923–1945 (age 22)
Vår Frelsers gravlund
Kjell Bull-Hansen embodied the courage of Norway's wartime resistance.
Ingvald Undset
1853–1893 (age 40)
Vår Frelsers gravlund
Ingvald Undset was a distinguished Norwegian archaeologist of the 19th century.
Wollert Konow
1847–1932 (age 85)
Vår Frelsers gravlund
Wollert Konow is remembered for guiding Norway with a steady voice that honored rural communities.