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Arne Solli

1938 – 2017

Norwegian general

Military officer
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About Arne Solli

Lived 1938 – 2017 (aged 79). Arne Solli was a Norwegian military officer.

Arne Solli (6 April 1938 – 20 September 2017) was a Norwegian Army general who served as Chief of Defence of Norway (Forsvarssjef) from 31 October 1994 until 30 April 1999.

In 1995 he was awarded the title of Commander of the Royal Norwegian Order of St. Olav.

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Important facts

Born
6 April 1938, Molde Municipality
Birth century
20th century
Died
20 September 2017
Occupation
Military officer
Nationality
Norway
Education
Führungsakademie der Bundeswehr
Positions held
Chief of Defence of Norway, Inspector General of the Army
Awards
Knight Grand Officer of the Order of Saint Olav; Defence Service Medal with Laurel Branch; Defence Service Medal; Royal Norwegian Army National Service Medal with three stars; Commander of the Legion of Merit; United Nations Emergency Force Medal; Grand Cross of the Cross of Military Merit with White Decoration

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Arne Solli?

Norwegian general (1938-2017)

When was Arne Solli born?

Arne Solli was born on 6 April 1938 in Molde Municipality.

When did Arne Solli die?

Arne Solli died on 20 September 2017.

What was Arne Solli's occupation?

Arne Solli was a military officer.

What nationality was Arne Solli?

Arne Solli was Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Arne Solli

· Wikidata: Q4794671

· DBpedia: Arne Solli

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