About Birger Elmér
Lived 1919 – 1999 (aged 80). Birger Elmér was a Swedish military personnel.
Carl Gustaf Birger Elmér (8 August 1919 – 8 November 1999) was a Swedish military and intelligence officer. Until 1975 he was the head of the Swedish Armed Forces' secret intelligence agency, known as IB.
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Who was Birger Elmér?
Swedish intelligence officer (1919-1999)
When was Birger Elmér born?
Birger Elmér was born on 8 August 1919 in Jönköpings Sofia church parish.
When did Birger Elmér die?
Birger Elmér died on 8 November 1999 in Jönköping.
What was Birger Elmér's occupation?
Birger Elmér was a military personnel.
What nationality was Birger Elmér?
Birger Elmér was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Birger Elmér. https://biography.guide/birger-elmer/
MLA: "Birger Elmér." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/birger-elmer/.
Chicago: "Birger Elmér." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/birger-elmer/.
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