Alva Myrdal
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Who was Alva Myrdal?
Swedish diplomat and sociologist who won the 1982 Nobel Peace Prize for her work in nuclear disarmament and served as a UN ambassador.
Biographical data adapted from Wikipedia’s article on Alva Myrdal (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Awards & Honors
| Award | Year | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Nobel Prize in Peace | 1982 | for their work for disarmament and nuclear and weapon-free zones |
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