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Carl Christian Jacob Førslev

1891 – 1959

Danish military aviator

Military officer Military personnel Military attaché
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About Carl Christian Jacob Førslev

Lived 1891 – 1959 (aged 67–68). Carl Christian Jacob Førslev was a Danish military officer, military personnel, military attaché and air attaché.

Carl Christian Jacob Førslev (born 27 January 1891 in Sneslev, Førslev Parish, died between 21 January and 31 March 1959) was a Danish officer, married to Harriet Førslev. He was the son of Jacob Hansen and Louise Schou, the eldest of six siblings.

He commanded the Danish Army Air Corps and, from 1950, was the first Chief of the newly created Royal Danish Air Force.

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Important facts

Born
27 January 1891, Sneslev
Birth century
19th century
Died
1959, Furesø
Occupation
Military officer, military personnel, military attaché, air attaché
Nationality
Kingdom of Denmark
Awards
Decoration of the Cross of Honour of the Dannebrog; Army Long Service Medal; Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog; Commander of the Order of the Dannebrog; Knight Grand Officer of the Order of the Dannebrog; Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog; Commander of the Legion of Merit; Order of the Sword - Commander Grand Cross

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Carl Christian Jacob Førslev?

Danish military aviator

When was Carl Christian Jacob Førslev born?

Carl Christian Jacob Førslev was born on 27 January 1891 in Sneslev.

When did Carl Christian Jacob Førslev die?

Carl Christian Jacob Førslev died in 1959 in Furesø.

What was Carl Christian Jacob Førslev's occupation?

Carl Christian Jacob Førslev was a military officer, military personnel, military attaché and air attaché.

What nationality was Carl Christian Jacob Førslev?

Carl Christian Jacob Førslev was Danish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Carl Christian Jacob Førslev

· Wikidata: Q48925570

· DBpedia: Carl Christian Jacob Førslev

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