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Knut Nesse
Enrichment Speaker
Viking Resident Historian
Coming from: Westmount, Quebec  Canada
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EXPERTISE
History - General
Politics & Current Affairs
Vikings & Scandinavia
World Affairs
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITH:
BIOGRAPHY
Knut O. Nesse, a native Norwegian living in Montreal, was Norway’s Trade Commissioner to Canada, and later Commercial Counsellor & Consul for the Norwegian Embassy in Germany.

As a student leader in the 1980s, Knut was active on the European political scene, and had the opportunity to participate at high-level meetings with European and world leaders as well as major international youth and student groups. This unique experience developed his knowledge of the politics of Europe and the world, and shaped a lifelong interest in the political life, culture, and history of Europe.

In his early career with multinational corporations he had the opportunity of living and working in many European countries and experience first hand their language, people and history. His special interests include the Vikings, Arctic Explorers, Scandinavia and history of Imperial Russia.
PRESENTATIONS
Viking Resident Historian Iconic lectures:
- Imperial Russia - Discover the world of the Romanov rulers between the 17th and 19th centuries.
- The Hanseatic League - Explore this dynamic maritime network of Baltic-area traders between the 13th and 15th centuries.
- The Bayeux Tapestry - Examine the artistic and historic significance of this treasure chronicling the Battle of Hastings.
- The Vikings - Challenge traditional stereotypes and learn the real story, examining their influence and legacy.
- Vikings on the Move - Trace the conquests of these innovative explorers, stretching from the Old World to the New World.
- Canadian Exploration - Reflect on the motivations and legacies of key figures, focusing on the late 15th to 17th centuries
- Explorers: Age of Discovery - Learn about the important period of global exploration that began with Columbus and Vasco da Gama.
- Pirates and Treasure Hunters - Explore the myths, romance and some surprising realities of piracy’s Golden Age.
- The American Revolution - Gain a deeper understanding of the war that established the independence of the United States.
- History of France - Follow France's trajectory from her early history through nationhood to today's role as a global leader.
- History of Britain - Explore the significance of how an island nation rose to gain and relinquish a global empire.
- History of the Netherlands - Discover the rise of this 17th century economic powerhouse and the resulting emblems of prosperity that came to define her Golden Age.
- History of Spain - Gain deeper understanding of Spain's unique role in European and world history.
- History of Navigation - Examine the scientific developments and tools of instrumentation allowing for the conquering of the seas prior to 20th-century advances into space.
- Oceans in Context - History & Inspiration - Explore the mysteries of this last frontier and consider the pioneers of innovation and discovery before addressing the contemporary oceanic concerns facing the planet.
- Islands in History - Consider the diverse roles and the significance of islands in determining the
outcomes of colonial, economic and geopolitical history.

Viking Round Table Discussions:
- Edvard Munch - Exploring the life and works of this renowned Norwegian painter. What emotions does he want to convey?
- Understanding Germany today - Exploring German society, business culture and way of life. What you need to know to live and work with the Germans.
- Scandinavia: What Unites / Divides? - Norway, Sweden, Denmark: so much alike and yet so different.
- Whaling & Sealing - Justified Livelihood or Banned Practice - Learn about this traditional trade in the North Atlantic and responsible resource management.
- Who owns the High Seas? - What will be the Future of the Oceans? - Explore the actions we need to take to sustain ocean resources and how we can regulate the oceans.
- Arctic Oil & Gas Exploration - Pushing the Boundaries Too Far? - Reflect on the risks of going to the Arctic for new energy and whether those risks are worth it.
- Globalization - Unchecked Capitalism or Supplier of Global Growth? - Discuss whether it increases wealth for all or takes advantage of cheap labor and resources.
- Canada at 150 - Distinct Nation or Virtual 51st US State - Take a look at what the future may hold for Canada, considering the value and cost of being unique.
- Sigurd Jorsalfare - a Viking Crusader - Learn about this Viking and his Crusade to the Holy Land and Miklagard (Constantinople).
- Martin Luther: 500 Years of Reformation - His Protest 500 years ago changed Europe. How does the Reformation influence our view of Christianity today?
- The Crusades - How do we see this Popular Movement today?

Viking Scenic Sailout Commentaries:
- Bergen, Norway
- Prince Christian Sound - Greenland
- L'Anse aux Meadows - Newfoundland, Canada
- Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

Enrichment lectures:
- Peter the Great - Emperor of Russia
- Catherine the Great - Empress of Russia
- The Last Tsar - Fall of the Russian Empire
- The Crusades - Wars of the Cross
- Kalmar Union - Scandinavia united under one Queen: never before, never again.
- Prussian Berlin - The rise, rule and influence of the Prussian empire on Germany and Berlin.
- Captain Otto Sverdrup and the exploration of Arctic Canada - Captain Sverdrup discovered large parts of Canada in his 1898 expedition and claimed the lands for Norway.
- Fram - the unique sailing ship used by Norwegian explorers - Learn about the ship and its use in expeditions to the North Pole, Northwest Passage and the South Pole.
CRUISE HISTORY / EXPERIENCE
Viking Cruises - Viking Sky - Bergen to Stockholm - May 20 - June 3, 2017 - 14 days - Viking Homelands
Viking Cruises - Viking Sky - Stockholm to Bergen - June 3 - June 17, 2017 - 14 days - Viking Homelands
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Bergen to Montreal - September 17 - October 1, 2017 - 14 days - In the Wake of the Vikings
Viking Cruises - Viking Sky - Stockholm to Bergen - May 12 - May 26, 2018 - 14 days - Viking Homelands
Viking Cruises - Viking Star - Bergen to Greenwich (London) - June 30 - July 14 - 14 days - Into the Midnight Sun
Viking Cruises - Viking Star - Bergen to Montreal - September 22 - October 6, 2018 - 14 days - In the Wake of the Vikings
Viking Cruises - Viking Star - Montreal to New York - October 6 - October 18, 2018 - 12 days - Eastern Seaboard Explorer
Viking Cruises - Viking Star - New York to Miami - October 18 - November 1, 2018 - 14 days - Around the Caribbean Sea
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Barcelona to Bergen - April 11 - April 25, 2019 - 14 days - Trade Routes through the Middle Ages
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Bergen to Stockholm - April 25 - May 9, 2019 - 14 days - Viking Homelands
Viking Cruises - Viking Jupiter - Bergen to Amsterdam - June 2 - June 9, 2019 - 7 days - Viking Shores & Fjords
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Bergen to Montreal - September 12 - September 25, 2019 - 14 days - In the Wake of the Vikings
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Montreal to New York - September 25 - October 8, 2019 - 12 days - Eastern Seaboard Explorer
Viking Cruises - Viking Star - Bergen to London - February 15 - February 27, 2020 - 12 days - In Search of the Northern Lights
Viking Cruises - Viking Star - London to Bergen - February 27 - March 10, 2020 - 12 days - In Search of the Northern Lights
RECENT PAST CRUISES COMPLETED
The following recent Cruise History has been recorded for this candidate.
SHIP REF CRUISE DESCRIPTION NIGHTS SAILING FROM DEPARTURE DATE
Viking Star ST200227 In Search of the Northern Lights 12 Tilbury Thursday, February 27, 2020
Viking Star ST200215 In Search of the Northern Lights 12 Bergen Saturday, February 15, 2020
Viking Sea SE190926 Eastern Seaboard Explorer 12 Montreal Thursday, September 26, 2019
Viking Sea SE190912 In the Wake of the Vikings 14 Bergen Thursday, September 12, 2019
Viking Jupiter JU190602 Viking Shores & Fjords 7 Bergen Sunday, June 2, 2019
Viking Sea SE190425 Viking Homelands 14 Bergen Thursday, April 25, 2019
Viking Sea SE190411 Trade Routes of the Middle Ages 14 Barcelona Thursday, April 11, 2019
Viking Star ST181018 Around the Caribbean Sea 14 New York Thursday, October 18, 2018
Viking Star ST181006 Eastern Seaboard Explorer 12 Montreal Saturday, October 6, 2018
Viking Star ST180922 In the Wake of the Vikings 14 Bergen Saturday, September 22, 2018
Viking Star ST180630 Into the Midnight Sun 14 Bergen Saturday, June 30, 2018
Viking Sky SK180512 Viking Homelands 14 Stockholm Saturday, May 12, 2018
Viking Sea SE170917 In the Wake of the Vikings 14 Bergen Sunday, September 17, 2017
Viking Sky SK170603 Viking Homelands 14 Stockholm Saturday, June 3, 2017
Viking Sky SK170520 Viking Homelands 14 Bergen Saturday, May 20, 2017
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