About Herluf Nygaard
Lived 1916 – 2001 (aged 85). Herluf Nygaard was a Norwegian military personnel and clerk.
Herluf Nygaard (1 October 1916 – 3 December 2001) was a Norwegian military officer. He was born in Lurøy Municipality. He graduated from the Norwegian Military Academy in 1946. He was promoted to Colonel in 1965, and Major General in 1968. He served as General Inspector for the Home Guard from 1967. He was decorated Commander of the Order of St. Olav in 1971.
Nygaard was an active resistance fighter during the Second World War. His war decorations include the Norwegian St. Olav's Medal With Two Oak Branches and the British King's Commendation for Brave Conduct.
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Who was Herluf Nygaard?
Norwegian military personnel
When was Herluf Nygaard born?
Herluf Nygaard was born on 1 October 1916 in Lurøy Municipality.
When did Herluf Nygaard die?
Herluf Nygaard died on 3 December 2001 in Bærum Municipality.
What was Herluf Nygaard's occupation?
Herluf Nygaard was a military personnel and clerk.
What nationality was Herluf Nygaard?
Herluf Nygaard was Norwegian.
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