11 Facts About Lars Korvald

Lars Korvald became associated with the Christian Democratic Party and was elected to the Norwegian Parliament.

Lars Korvald was born at Nedre Eiker in Buskerud, Norway.

Lars Korvald's parents were Engebret Korvald and Karen Sofie Wigen.

Lars Korvald attended the Norwegian College of Agriculture at As in Akershus where he graduated in 1943.

Altogether, Lars Korvald served as a member of Parliament for five terms between 1961 and 1981.

Lars Korvald served as prime minister from 18 October 1972 to 16 October 1973.

Lars Korvald was the first prime minister from the Christian Democratic Party.

Lars Korvald proved to be an effective prime minister in a very difficult and transitional political situation.

Lars Korvald's cabinet commissioned the negotiations for a trade treaty with the EEC and instituted Norway's first petroleum policy.

Lars Korvald didn't seek re-election in 1981 to the Storting after 20 years of service.

Lars Korvald held in this position until he retired at the age of 70 in 1986.