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Leo Häppölä

1911 – 1998

Finnish politician

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About Leo Häppölä

Lived 1911 – 1998 (aged 87). Leo Häppölä was a Finnish politician.

Leo Kustaa Häppölä (1 February 1911, Tuulos – 3 July 1998) was a Finnish farmer and politician. He served as Minister of Defence from 13 January 1959 to 14 August 1961. Häppölä was a Member of the Parliament of Finland from 1951 to 1970, representing the Agrarian League, which renamed itself the Centre Party in 1965.

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Important facts

Born
1 February 1911, Tuulos
Birth century
20th century
Died
3 July 1998, Tuulos
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Finland
Positions held
Member of the Parliament of Finland
Awards
Cross of Liberty, 3rd Class; Cross of Liberty, 4th Class; Commander of the Order of the Lion of Finland; Memorial medal of the Winter War; Memorial medal of the Continuation War; Medal of Merit in silver, of the Finnish Sports

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Leo Häppölä?

Finnish politician

When was Leo Häppölä born?

Leo Häppölä was born on 1 February 1911 in Tuulos.

When did Leo Häppölä die?

Leo Häppölä died on 3 July 1998 in Tuulos.

What was Leo Häppölä's occupation?

Leo Häppölä was a politician.

What nationality was Leo Häppölä?

Leo Häppölä was Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Leo Häppölä

· Wikidata: Q17381033

· DBpedia: Leo Häppölä

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