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Antti Kukkonen

1889 – 1978

Finnish politician and pastor

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About Antti Kukkonen

Lived 1889 – 1978 (aged 88). Antti Kukkonen was a Finnish politician and priest.

Kukkonen was sentenced to 2 years of imprisonment in the war-responsibility trials in Finland. He was released in October 1947.

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Important facts

Born
3 October 1889, Kontiolahti
Birth century
19th century
Died
14 February 1978, Joensuu
Occupation
Politician, priest
Nationality
Finland, Grand Duchy of Finland
Education
University of Helsinki
Positions held
Member of the Parliament of Finland, Minister of Education
Awards
Grand Cross of the Order of the Holy Lamb; Knight First Class of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; Order of the German Eagle; Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog; Order of Merit of the Kingdom of Hungary (1922)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Antti Kukkonen?

Finnish politician and pastor (1889–1978)

When was Antti Kukkonen born?

Antti Kukkonen was born on 3 October 1889 in Kontiolahti.

When did Antti Kukkonen die?

Antti Kukkonen died on 14 February 1978 in Joensuu.

What was Antti Kukkonen's occupation?

Antti Kukkonen was a politician and priest.

What nationality was Antti Kukkonen?

Antti Kukkonen was Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Antti Kukkonen

· Wikidata: Q4411307

· DBpedia: Antti Kukkonen

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