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Folke Hauger Johannessen

1913 – 1997

Norwegian admiral

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Lived 1913 – 1997 (aged 83). Folke Hauger Johannessen was a Norwegian writer.

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Important facts

Born
2 December 1913, Gothenburg
Birth century
20th century
Died
17 April 1997, Somerset
Occupation
Writer
Nationality
Norway
Positions held
Chief of Defence of Norway
Awards
Commander of the Legion of Merit; Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St. Olav‎; War Medal; Defence Service Medal with Laurel Branch; Defence Medal 1940–1945; Atlantic Star; Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog; Grand Cross of the Order of the Lion of Finland; Royal Order of the Sword; Legion of Merit; Order of St. Olav; Order of the Dannebrog

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Folke Hauger Johannessen?

Norwegian admiral (1913-1997)

When was Folke Hauger Johannessen born?

Folke Hauger Johannessen was born on 2 December 1913 in Gothenburg.

When did Folke Hauger Johannessen die?

Folke Hauger Johannessen died on 17 April 1997 in Somerset.

What was Folke Hauger Johannessen's occupation?

Folke Hauger Johannessen was a writer.

What nationality was Folke Hauger Johannessen?

Folke Hauger Johannessen was Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Folke Hauger Johannessen

· Wikidata: Q5464492

· DBpedia: Folke Hauger Johannessen

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