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Klaus Castrén

1923 – 2011

Finnish diplomat

Diplomat Politician
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About Klaus Castrén

Lived 1923 – 2011 (aged 87). Klaus Castrén was a Finnish diplomat and politician.

Klaus Alarik Castrén (13 April 1923, Suomenlinna – 17 January 2011, Helsinki)

During his tenure in Argentina Castrén forbade and attempted to hinder any assistance to the victims of the military junta after the 1976 coup d'état, which in part led to the disappearance and death of at least one Finnish citizen, Hanna Hietala, and her family.

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Important facts

Born
13 April 1923
Birth century
20th century
Died
17 January 2011
Occupation
Diplomat, politician
Nationality
Finland
Positions held
Ambassador of Finland to Turkey
Awards
Commander First Class of the Order of the Lion of Finland; Grand Cross of the Order of the Southern Cross; Grand Cross of the Order of Civil Merit; Grand Cross of the Order of the Aztec Eagle; Star of People's Friendship in Silver; Knight Grand Officer of the Order of the Dannebrog; Grand Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau; Commander with Star of the Order of Merit of the People's Republic of Poland; Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of Senegal; Knight Grand Officer of the Order of the Polar Star; Commander of the Order of May; Commander of the Order of Leopold

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Klaus Castrén?

Finnish diplomat

When was Klaus Castrén born?

Klaus Castrén was born on 13 April 1923.

When did Klaus Castrén die?

Klaus Castrén died on 17 January 2011.

What was Klaus Castrén's occupation?

Klaus Castrén was a diplomat and politician.

What nationality was Klaus Castrén?

Klaus Castrén was Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Klaus Castrén

· Wikidata: Q26818557

· DBpedia: Klaus Castrén

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