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Hans Leesment

1873 – 1944

Estonian general and politician

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About Hans Leesment

Lived 1873 – 1944 (aged 71). Hans Leesment was an Estonian physician and politician.

Hans Leesment (13 February 1873 – 26 August 1944 in Tallinn) was an Estonian general.

From 1919 up until 1940, he was a founder, and the president, of the Estonian Red Cross. On 24 February 1933 he was promoted to the rank of major general.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Imperial University of Dorpat
Positions held
Member of the Riigikogu, Member of the Estonian Constituent Assembly
Awards
Cross of Liberty

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Hans Leesment's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Hans Leesment?

Estonian general and politician (1873-1944)

When was Hans Leesment born?

Hans Leesment was born on 13 February 1873 in Livonia Governorate, Abja Rural Municipality.

When did Hans Leesment die?

Hans Leesment died on 26 August 1944 in Tallinn.

What was Hans Leesment's occupation?

Hans Leesment was a physician and politician.

What nationality was Hans Leesment?

Hans Leesment was Estonian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Hans Leesment

· Wikidata: Q5650392

· DBpedia: Hans Leesment

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