Lars Christensen was a Norwegian shipowner and whaling magnate. He was also a philanthropist with a keen interest in the exploration of Antarctica.
Lars Christensen
Sandefjord Whaling Museum (Hvalfangstmuseet i Sandefjord))
The Whaler's Monument, Sandefjord (Hvalfangstmonumentet)
Olav Chapel (Olavskapellet) in Sandefjord
Christen Christensen (shipowner)
Christen Christensen was a Norwegian shipyard and ship-owner. He was the founder and chairman of the world's largest whaling company, A/S Oceana.
1881 Bark JASON Sail ship w/auxiliary engine, bark, sealer, wooden hull. Flag: Norway, Port: Sandefjord, Year built: 1881, Yard: Rødsverven (A/S Framnæs mek. Værksted), Sandefjord Owner: Christen Christensen, Sandefjord