About Ole Berg
Lived 1890 – 1968 (aged 77). Ole Berg was a Norwegian military officer.
Ole Berg (7 October 1890 – 23 September 1968) was a Norwegian military officer. He participated in the defence during the German invasion of Norway in 1940.
He built up the Norwegian police forces in Sweden from 1943 to 1945. He served as Chief of Defence of Norway from 1946 to 1955. In 1947 he was awarded the title of Commander with Star of the Royal Norwegian Order of St. Olav.
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Who was Ole Berg?
Norwegian general
When was Ole Berg born?
Ole Berg was born on 7 October 1890 in Levanger Municipality, Frol Municipality.
When did Ole Berg die?
Ole Berg died on 23 September 1968 in Oslo.
What was Ole Berg's occupation?
Ole Berg was a military officer.
What nationality was Ole Berg?
Ole Berg was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ole Berg. https://biography.guide/ole-berg/
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