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Margus Laidre

b. 1959

Estonian historian and diplomat (born 1959)

Historian Diplomat Non-fiction writer
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About Margus Laidre

Born 1959. Margus Laidre is an Estonian historian, diplomat and non-fiction writer.

Margus Laidre (born 18 September 1959) is an Estonian historian and diplomat.

In 1982, Laidre graduated from Tartu University's Department of History.

Diplomatic posts: 1991 Ambassador to Sweden 1996 Ambassador to Germany 1997 Ambassador to the Holy See (from Bonn/Berlin) 2006 Ambassador to the United Kingdom 2014 Ambassador to Finland 2018–2023 Ambassador to Russian Federation

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Important facts

Born
18 September 1959, Tartu
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Historian, diplomat, non-fiction writer
Nationality
Estonia
Education
University of Tartu
Positions held
Ambassador of Estonia to Russia, Ambassador of Estonia to Finland, Ambassador of Estonia to the United Kingdom
Awards
Great Cross with Star and Sash of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany; Order of the National Coat of Arms, 4th Class; Order of the Three Stars, 3rd Class

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Margus Laidre?

Estonian historian and diplomat (born 1959)

When was Margus Laidre born?

Margus Laidre was born on 18 September 1959 in Tartu.

What is Margus Laidre's occupation?

Margus Laidre is a historian, diplomat and non-fiction writer.

What nationality is Margus Laidre?

Margus Laidre is Estonian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Margus Laidre

· Wikidata: Q1768297

· DBpedia: Margus Laidre

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