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Björn Halldórsson
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Björn Halldórsson (5 December, 1724 – 24 August, 1794) was an Icelandic priest and author based at Setberg, Grundarfjörður.[1] He is also believed to be the first person to grow potatoes in Iceland.[2] His most popular book, Atli was published in 1780.[3]

Personal life
Halldórsson was the brother-in-law of Eggert Ólafsson, being married to Rannveig Ólafsdóttir.[4][5]
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