Christian Lous Lange

Norwegian historian, teacher, and political scientist

Christian Lous Lange

Christian Lous Lange (17 September 1869 – 11 December 1938) was a Norwegian historian, teacher, and political scientist. He is best known for his work in the field of internationalism and his efforts towards promoting peace and cooperation among nations. Lange was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1921, sharing it with Hjalmar Branting.

Early Life and Education

Christian Lous Lange was born in Stavanger, Norway. He was the son of a military officer and grew up in a family that valued education and public service. Lange attended the University of Oslo, where he studied history and political science. His academic pursuits laid the foundation for his later work in international relations.

Career

Lange began his career as a teacher, but his interest in international affairs soon led him to work with various organizations dedicated to peace and cooperation. He became the secretary of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in 1909, a position he held until 1933. The IPU was an organization that brought together parliamentarians from different countries to discuss and promote peace and international cooperation.

Internationalism and Peace Efforts

Lange was a strong advocate for internationalism, the idea that nations should work together to solve global problems and prevent conflicts. He believed that international organizations and treaties were essential for maintaining peace. His work with the IPU involved organizing conferences and facilitating dialogue between countries.

In 1921, Lange was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in promoting peace through international cooperation. He shared the prize with Hjalmar Branting, a Swedish politician and fellow advocate for peace.

Later Life and Legacy

After retiring from the IPU, Lange continued to be active in the peace movement. He wrote extensively on international relations and the importance of cooperation among nations. Lange's work laid the groundwork for future international organizations, such as the League of Nations and later the United Nations.

Lange passed away in 1938, but his legacy lives on through his contributions to the field of international relations and his unwavering commitment to peace.

Related pages

• Nobel Peace Prize
• Inter-Parliamentary Union
• League of Nations
• United Nations