1951 in Iceland
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The following article details significant events that occurred in 1951 in Iceland, a year marked by notable political stability and cultural contributions.
Incumbents[edit]
During the year 1951, Iceland was led by:
- President – Sveinn Björnsson, who continued to serve as the nation's head of state.
- Prime Minister – Steingrímur Steinþórsson, overseeing the government's operations.
Events[edit]
In 1951, Iceland experienced various events that shaped its national and cultural landscape. However, detailed records and descriptions of specific events during this year remain sparse and require further expansion.
Births[edit]
Several notable Icelanders were born in 1951, contributing significantly to the nation's cultural and political spheres in later years:
- 1 March – Kristinn Sigmundsson, a celebrated singer known for his bass performances. [1]
- 8 April – Geir Haarde, who later became a prominent politician and served as Prime Minister of Iceland.
- 1 May – Álfheiður Ingadóttir, a respected politician who made significant contributions to Icelandic politics.
- 18 July – Thorvaldur Gylfason, an influential economist with a focus on Iceland's economic development.
Full date missing[edit]
- Karólína Eiríksdóttir, a distinguished composer known for her unique contributions to Icelandic music.
Deaths[edit]
The records of notable deaths in 1951 are incomplete and further research is needed to provide a comprehensive list.
References[edit]
- ^ "Kristinn Sigmundsson (Bass)". bach-cantatas.com. Retrieved 19 July 2016.