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Leo Tuominen

1911 – 1981

Finnish diplomat

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About Leo Tuominen

Lived 1911 – 1981 (aged 70). Leo Tuominen was a Finnish diplomat.

Leo Olavi Tuominen (Ph.D.) (19 January 1911, Turku – 1981

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Important facts

Born
19 January 1911, Turku
Birth century
20th century
Died
3 April 1981, Menton
Occupation
Diplomat
Nationality
Finland
Positions held
Secretary of state, Ambassador of Finland
Awards
Memorial medal of the Winter War; Knight First Class of the Order of the Lion of Finland; Commander of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; Commander First Class of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; Cross of Merit, in silver, of the Finnish Sports; Grand Cross of the Order of the Lion of Finland; Commander of the Order of the Crown of Italy‎; Officer of the Legion of Honour; Commander of the Order of the Oak Crown; Commander of the Order of Orange-Nassau; Grand Officer of the Order of May; Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Falcon

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Leo Tuominen?

Finnish diplomat (1911–1981)

When was Leo Tuominen born?

Leo Tuominen was born on 19 January 1911 in Turku.

When did Leo Tuominen die?

Leo Tuominen died on 3 April 1981 in Menton.

What was Leo Tuominen's occupation?

Leo Tuominen was a diplomat.

What nationality was Leo Tuominen?

Leo Tuominen was Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Leo Tuominen

· Wikidata: Q1225683

· DBpedia: Leo Tuominen

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