Charles Paul de Cumont
Belgian modern pentathlete and military officer
About Charles Paul de Cumont
Lived 1902 – 1990 (aged 88). Charles Paul de Cumont was a Belgian modern pentathlete, military officer and lieutenant general.
Baron Charles Paul de Cumont (31 May 1902 – 9 June 1990) was a Belgian general, and served as chairman of the Belgian joint chiefs of staff between 1959 and 1963, and chairman of the NATO Military Committee from 1962 to 1963 and again in 1964 to 1968. He was also a modern pentathlete who competed at the 1928 Summer Olympics. He finished in 35th equal place with Josef Schejbal.
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Who was Charles Paul de Cumont?
Belgian modern pentathlete and military officer
When was Charles Paul de Cumont born?
Charles Paul de Cumont was born on 31 May 1902 in Brussels-Capital Region.
When did Charles Paul de Cumont die?
Charles Paul de Cumont died on 9 June 1990 in Brussels-Capital Region.
What was Charles Paul de Cumont's occupation?
Charles Paul de Cumont was a modern pentathlete, military officer and lieutenant general.
What nationality was Charles Paul de Cumont?
Charles Paul de Cumont was Belgian.
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