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Kuuno Honkonen

1922 – 1985

Finnish politician, athlete and diplomat

Politician Diplomat Athletics competitor
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About Kuuno Honkonen

Lived 1922 – 1985 (aged 63). Kuuno Honkonen was a Finnish politician, diplomat and athletics competitor.

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Important facts

Born
1 March 1922, Jakobstad
Birth century
20th century
Died
9 July 1985, Tampere
Occupation
Politician, diplomat, athletics competitor
Nationality
Finland
Positions held
Member of the Parliament of Finland
Awards
Cross of Merit, in silver, of the Finnish Sports; Cross of Merit, in gold, of the Finnish Sports; Commander of the Order of the Lion of Finland; Star of People's Friendship
Also known as
Kuuno Ola Honkonen

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Kuuno Honkonen?

Finnish politician, athlete and diplomat

When was Kuuno Honkonen born?

Kuuno Honkonen was born on 1 March 1922 in Jakobstad.

When did Kuuno Honkonen die?

Kuuno Honkonen died on 9 July 1985 in Tampere.

What was Kuuno Honkonen's occupation?

Kuuno Honkonen was a politician, diplomat and athletics competitor.

What nationality was Kuuno Honkonen?

Kuuno Honkonen was Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Kuuno Honkonen

· Wikidata: Q6448729

· DBpedia: Kuuno Honkonen

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