Peter Jonas Collett

1813–1851 (age 38)

Biography

Peter Jonas Collett (1813–1851) was a distinguished Norwegian jurist whose legal expertise and scholarship contributed to the development of Norwegian law and jurisprudence. His work in the legal field reflected the professionalization and modernization of Norway's legal system during the 19th century.

Collett's career as a jurist established him as an important figure in Norwegian legal circles, and his contributions helped shape the nation's legal traditions. Though his life was cut short in 1851, his work at Vår Frelsers gravlund—where he was interred—reflects his respected position in Norwegian society. His legacy endured in the legal frameworks he helped develop.

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Vår Frelsers gravlund
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Vår Frelsers gravlund
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