| Age | 80 (age at death) |
| Birthday | 18 July, 1903 |
| Birthplace | Oakland, Nebraska |
| Died | 16 October, 1983 |
| Place of Death | Freemont, Nebraska |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Politician |
Frederick Valdemar Erastus Peterson (July 18, 1903 – October 17, 1983), also known as Val Peterson, was an American politician who served as the 26th Governor of Nebraska from 1947 to 1953; as director of the Federal Civil Defense Administration from 1953–1957; as U.S. ambassador to Denmark 1957–1961; and as U.S. Ambassador to Finland, 1969–1973.
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