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Why did Fridtjof Nansen receive the Nobel Peace Prize in 1922?
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Fridtjof Nansen
Fridtjof Nansen, 1915.
Fridtjof Nansen was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace in 1922 in recognition of his extensive humanitarian relief work following World War I.1
His contributions included:
- Repatriation of Prisoners: Appointed by the League of Nations in 1920, he successfully oversaw the return of nearly 428,000 prisoners of war from Russia to their home countries.1
- Famine Relief: In 1921, he directed international efforts to provide aid to famine-stricken regions in Russia, raising significant funds through private organizations and public appeals.1
- Refugee Assistance: He initiated the creation of the Nansen passport, an identification document that provided legal status to displaced persons and refugees who lacked a home government.12
Nansen demonstrated a profound commitment to human welfare by donating his Nobel Prize money to further international relief efforts.1