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Gillis Pieter de Neve

1823 – 1883

Dutch general

Military officer
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About Gillis Pieter de Neve

Lived 1823 – 1883 (aged 59). Gillis Pieter de Neve was a Dutch military officer.

Gillis Pieter de Neve (30 December 1823, in Bergen-op-Zoom – 19 September 1883, in Leiden) was a Dutch Lieutenant General, commander of the Royal Netherlands East Indies Army and knight and officer in the Military William Order.

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Important facts

Born
30 December 1823, Bergen op Zoom
Birth century
19th century
Died
19 September 1883, Leiden
Occupation
Military officer
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Education
Koninklijke Militaire Academie
Awards
Knight of the Military Order of William, 3rd class; Commander of the Order of the Netherlands Lion; Aceh Medal; Officers' Cross; Expedition Cross with clasp Bali 1849; Expedition Cross with clasp Atjeh 1873–1874

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gillis Pieter de Neve?

Dutch general (1823–1883)

When was Gillis Pieter de Neve born?

Gillis Pieter de Neve was born on 30 December 1823 in Bergen op Zoom.

When did Gillis Pieter de Neve die?

Gillis Pieter de Neve died on 19 September 1883 in Leiden.

What was Gillis Pieter de Neve's occupation?

Gillis Pieter de Neve was a military officer.

What nationality was Gillis Pieter de Neve?

Gillis Pieter de Neve was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gillis Pieter de Neve

· Wikidata: Q2682778

· DBpedia: Gillis Pieter de Neve

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