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Adolf Ehrnrooth

1905 – 2004

Finland Swedish general and knight of the Mannerheim Cross

Military officer
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About Adolf Ehrnrooth

Lived 1905 – 2004 (aged 99). Adolf Ehrnrooth was a Finnish military officer.

Adolf Erik Ehrnrooth (9 February 1905, in Helsinki – 26 February 2004, in Turku) was a Finnish general who served during the Winter and Continuation wars. He also competed in two equestrian events at the 1948 Summer Olympics.

Early life and education Ehrnrooth's parents were medicine and surgery doctor Ernst Hjalmar Ehrnrooth and Karin Selin. Ehrnrooth was the youngest out of five siblings. His brothers were Lars and .

General Ehrnrooth died on 26 February 2004, and is buried in Hietaniemi cemetery, Helsinki. He was voted as the 4th greatest Finn of all time by the Finnish public during the Suuret suomalaiset (Great Finns) competition in 2004.

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Important facts

Born
9 February 1905, Helsinki
Birth century
20th century
Died
26 February 2004, Turku
Occupation
Military officer
Nationality
Finland, Grand Duchy of Finland
Education
Svenska normallyceum, Cadet School
Awards
Mannerheim Cross 2nd Class; Iron Cross, 2nd class; Order of the Sword - Commander Grand Cross; Knight Grand Officer of the Order of the Dannebrog; Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour; Grand Cross of the Order of the Cross of Liberty; Grand Cross of the Order of the Lion of Finland; Commander of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; Cross of Liberty, 2nd Class; Cross of Liberty, 3rd Class; Memorial medal of the Winter War; Memorial medal of the Continuation War

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Adolf Ehrnrooth?

Finland Swedish general and knight of the Mannerheim Cross (1905–2004)

When was Adolf Ehrnrooth born?

Adolf Ehrnrooth was born on 9 February 1905 in Helsinki.

When did Adolf Ehrnrooth die?

Adolf Ehrnrooth died on 26 February 2004 in Turku.

What was Adolf Ehrnrooth's occupation?

Adolf Ehrnrooth was a military officer.

What nationality was Adolf Ehrnrooth?

Adolf Ehrnrooth was Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Adolf Ehrnrooth

· Wikidata: Q361376

· DBpedia: Adolf Ehrnrooth

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