Eigil Knuth
Eigil Knuth | |
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| Born | Eigil Knuth 8 August 1903 Klampenborg, (near Copenhagen, Denmark) |
| Died | 12 March 1996 (aged 92) Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Resting place | Bispebjerg Cemetery, in Copenhagen |
| Nationality | Danish |
| Known for | Explorer, archaeologist, sculptor and writer |
| Title | Count |
Count Eigil Knuth (8 August 1903 – 12 March 1996) was a Danish explorer, archaeologist, sculptor and writer. He is referred to as the Nestor ("elder statesman") of Danish polar explorers. His archaeological investigations were made in Peary Land and adjacent areas of High Arctic Greenland. Knuth was made a Knight of the Dannebrog.