About Helge Mehre
Lived 1911 – 1997 (aged 86). Helge Mehre was a Norwegian military officer, aircraft pilot and major general.
Helge Mehre (1 February 1911 – 17 September 1997) was a Norwegian military officer.
Personal life Mehre was born in Narvik as son of veterinarian Karl Georg Mehre and Helga Olrik. He married Eva Østgaard in 1952. He died in September 1997 in Oslo.
From 1963 he was head of the Air Command Sør-Norge. He was head of the Norwegian Joint Staff College from 1971 to 1972. From 1973 to 1976 he was commander of Akershus Fortress. His memoir book was published in 1982.
He was also decorated with the Order of the British Empire, as a Commander of the Order of the Sword and the Order of Orange-Nassau.
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Who was Helge Mehre?
Norwegian officer and pilot (1911-1997)
When was Helge Mehre born?
Helge Mehre was born on 1 February 1911 in Narvik, Narvik Municipality.
When did Helge Mehre die?
Helge Mehre died on 17 September 1997.
What was Helge Mehre's occupation?
Helge Mehre was a military officer, aircraft pilot and major general.
What nationality was Helge Mehre?
Helge Mehre was Norwegian.
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