Olaf T. Engvig is internationally known for his lifelong commitment to saving and protecting historic boats and ships. He has received numerous grants and quite a few special awards, including the Saint Olaf's Medal from King Olav V of Norway and the Gold Medal of Merit from King Harald V of Norway for his work saving and restoring historic vessels. Olaf Engvig was born in Norway and grew up in Rissa. He has a Cand. Philol. (graduate) degree in Maritime History from the University of Oslo. He is a maritime historian, photographer, author of numerous books, and consultant to maritime museums in Norway, Sweden, and other countries. He has been the editor of several magazines in Norway, and a leader and diver in marine archaeological expeditions and excavations. In addition, he was the founder and CEO of a ship wharf specializing in restoration of historic ships, and has been instrumental in restoring many unique old vessels.
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