Andresen, Bent, 1908-1991
Objector to war, environmentalist, protestor against the death penalty and the nuclear arms race; Quaker; born Copenhagen, Denmark, Jan. 14, 1908; attended Columbia University, 1932-1934; conscientious objector during World War II, during which he took part in "guinea pig" experiments on human subjects; walked away from Civilian Public Service as a protests against the bombing of Hiroshima, was arrested, and served time in prison, during which he was force-fed.
From the description of Collection, 1928-1991. (Swarthmore College, Peace Collection). WorldCat record id: 26946132
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Birth 1908-01-14
Death 1991
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