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Ron Iverson
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Posted - 20/08/2019 :  20:37:10  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
In western Norway, 17th century, what would have been the significance or status of having the title lensmann? One dictionary translates this to English as "sheriff".

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jwiborg
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Posted - 20/08/2019 :  21:11:36  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
Yes, a Lensmann was/is the local sheriff and represents the local police department. He had to hold a detention center.
The title is known from the 13th century and comes from old Norse lénsmaðr. It is still in use a the head of the local police dept in many districts.

Edited by - jwiborg on 20/08/2019 21:19:08
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