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Norwegian lawyer, resistance fighter, cabinet minister, and industrialist. Hauge was leader of Milorg (abbreviation of "militær organisasjon" – military organisation), the main Norwegian resistance movement during World War II. After the war, as secretary with responsibility for judicial cases, he became linked to the legal purge of war-time collaborators and the trials against Vidkun Quisling and Knut Hamsun. Hauge died on 30 October 2006, aged 91. On 7 November a service was held at Ris Church, at state expense. Attendees included King Harald V of Norway, prime minister Jens Stoltenberg, the leader of the LO, the mayor of Oslo and other politicians; and Haakon Lie, Gunnar Sønsteby, and Knut Haugland. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
Jens Christian Hauge, born on May 15, 1915, in Oslo, Norway, was a prominent lawyer, resistance fighter, and politician. He played a crucial role in the Norwegian resistance movement against the Nazi occupation during World War II. After the war, he served as Minister of Justice and later as Minister of Defence. He was also a respected figure in the international legal community.
Hauge was born into an affluent family in Oslo. He studied law at the University of Oslo, graduating in 1939. His early career was marked by his involvement in social democratic politics.
Following the German invasion of Norway in 1940, Hauge became actively involved in the resistance movement. He played a key role in organizing and leading Milorg (Military Organization), the main resistance group in Norway. His leadership, strategic thinking, and courage were instrumental in the fight against the occupation forces. He was involved in numerous covert operations, including sabotage and intelligence gathering. His wartime experiences significantly shaped his later career in politics and law.
After the liberation of Norway in 1945, Hauge served as Minister of Justice in the interim government. In this role, he oversaw the legal processes related to the prosecution of war criminals and collaborators. He later served as Minister of Defence, contributing to the rebuilding of the Norwegian armed forces. His contributions to post-war reconstruction were highly regarded.
Hauge returned to his legal practice after leaving government. He became a leading figure in the field of international law and human rights. He was deeply involved in efforts to promote international cooperation and peaceful conflict resolution. He was a strong advocate for international justice and played a significant role in shaping Norwegian legal thought.
Hauge remained active in public life even in his later years, contributing to discussions on legal and political issues. He passed away in 2006, leaving behind a significant legacy as a resistance hero, politician, and legal scholar. He is remembered for his unwavering commitment to justice, democracy, and human rights. Unfortunately, specific details about his social media presence and recent projects are not readily available given that he passed away before the widespread adoption of these technologies.
Note: Information regarding social media presence and recent projects is unavailable due to the time period in which Jens Christian Hauge lived. His legacy is primarily documented through historical records and accounts of his wartime and post-war activities.
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