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Jarl Lundqvist

1896 – 1965

Finnish lieutenant general

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About Jarl Lundqvist

Lived 1896 – 1965 (aged 69). Jarl Lundqvist was a Finnish military officer.

Jarl Frithiof Lundqvist (August 15, 1896 in Helsinki – September 23, 1965) was a Finnish lieutenant general. Lundqvist was the Commander of the Finnish Air Force from 8 September 1932 to 29 June 1945. After World War II, he was the Chief of Defence of the Finnish Defence Forces between 1945 and 1946.

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Important facts

Born

15 August 1896, Helsinki

Birth century

19th century

Died

23 September 1965, Helsinki

Occupation

Military officer

Nationality

Finland

Education

Svenska normallyceum, University of Helsinki, School of Applied Artillery, Metz Military Academy

Positions held

Commander of the Finnish Air Force, Chief of Defence

Awards

Grand Cross of the Order of the Cross of Liberty; Commander of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; Iron Cross, 1st class; Memorial medal of the War of Liberation; Memorial medal of the Winter War; 2nd Class of the Order of the Cross of the Eagle; Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath; Grand officer of the Order of the Crown of Italy; Order of the Sword - Commander 1st Class; Cross of Liberty, 1st Class with star; Cross of Liberty, 1st Class; Cross of Liberty, 3rd Class

Also known as

Jarl Frithiof Lundqvist

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jarl Lundqvist?

Finnish lieutenant general (1896–1965)

When was Jarl Lundqvist born?

Jarl Lundqvist was born on 15 August 1896 in Helsinki.

When did Jarl Lundqvist die?

Jarl Lundqvist died on 23 September 1965 in Helsinki.

What was Jarl Lundqvist's occupation?

Jarl Lundqvist was a military officer.

What nationality was Jarl Lundqvist?

Jarl Lundqvist was Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jarl Lundqvist

· Wikidata: Q3206197

· DBpedia: Jarl Lundqvist

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