Ole Jacob Broch
Norwegian scholar and politician (1818-1889)
1818 — 1889
Quick Facts
Profession
Norwegian scholar and politician (1818-1889)
Born
January 14, 1818
Died
1889 (age ~71)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
scientist, politician, physicist
NorwayBorn in FredrikstadDied in Sèvres
1818
Born in Fredrikstad (1818-01-14)
1835
EducationStudied at University of Oslo (1835–1840)
1840
EducationStudied at Collège de France (1840–1842)
1840
EducationStudied at École polytechnique (1840–1842)
1859
Positiondeputy member of the Parliament of Norway (1859–1861)
1862
Positionmember of the Parliament of Norway (1862–1864)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ole Jacob Broch?+
Ole Jacob Broch is Norwegian scholar and politician (1818-1889). Born in 1818.
What does the name Ole mean?+
The name Ole means "a male given name. Etymology: Medieval short form of Olaf.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Ole Jacob Broch born?+
Ole Jacob Broch was born on January 14, 1818.
When did Ole Jacob Broch die?+
Ole Jacob Broch died in 1889, at approximately 71 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name. Etymology: Medieval short form of Olaf.
The name Ole is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "a male given name. Etymology: Medieval short form of Olaf.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Ole
Ole — January 14, 1818
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Imix
Dragon — creation, primordial energy
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
3am Wikipedia rabbit hole. Ended up here. No regrets.
— a night owl
You changed the map. Literally.
— a voter
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