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Harry Pröpper

1906 – 1995

Dutch admiral

Military personnel
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About Harry Pröpper

Lived 1906 – 1995 (aged 88). Harry Pröpper was a Dutch military personnel.

Lieutenant admiral Henry Pröpper (18 June 1906 – 5 April 1995) was a Dutch military officer who served as Chairman of the United Defence Staff of the Armed Forces of the Netherlands between 1959 and 1962.

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Important facts

Born
18 June 1906, Zutphen
Birth century
20th century
Died
5 April 1995, Winssen
Occupation
Military personnel
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Education
Royal Netherlands Naval College
Positions held
Commander of the Royal Netherlands Navy in the Netherlands
Awards
Knight of the Order of the Netherlands Lion; Grand Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau; Bronze Lion; Oorlogsherinneringskruis; Officers' Cross; Huwelijksmedaille 1966; Order of Leopold II; Order of the Dannebrog; Legion of Merit; Order of Naval Merit; Royal Order of the Sword; Mentioned in Despatches
Also known as
Henry Pröpper

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Harry Pröpper?

Dutch admiral (1906-1995)

When was Harry Pröpper born?

Harry Pröpper was born on 18 June 1906 in Zutphen.

When did Harry Pröpper die?

Harry Pröpper died on 5 April 1995 in Winssen.

What was Harry Pröpper's occupation?

Harry Pröpper was a military personnel.

What nationality was Harry Pröpper?

Harry Pröpper was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Harry Pröpper

· Wikidata: Q98525412

· DBpedia: Henry Pröpper

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