Sverre Hansen 1913 – 1974

Biography

Sverre Hansen was born on June 23, 1913, in the coastal town of Larvik, Norway, where he would spend his entire life. He became known as a footballer, dedicating himself to a sport that has long held deep significance in Norwegian culture. Throughout his playing years, Hansen represented his community through his passion for the game, contributing to the local sporting life of Larvik during the early-to-mid twentieth century.

Hansen’s career unfolded during a formative period for Norwegian football, a time when the sport was growing in popularity across Scandinavia. As a player, he would have been part of the generation that helped establish the traditions and competitive spirit that Norwegian football is recognized for today. His commitment to the sport reflected the values of dedication and community pride that characterized athletes of his era.

Sverre Hansen passed away on August 22, 1974, at the age of 61, in his native Larvik. He left behind a legacy as a local footballer who embodied the sporting traditions of his time and place. Hansen’s life spanned much of the twentieth century, and his contributions to Larvik’s athletic heritage remain part of the town’s history.