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Sten Thiel

1891 – 1980

Commissioner of the Svenska Scoutförbundet

Engineer Scout leader
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About Sten Thiel

Lived 1891 – 1980 (aged 88). Sten Thiel was a Swedish engineer and scout leader.

Sten Thiel served as the International Commissioner of the Svenska Scoutförbundet, as well as a member of the International Scout Committee.

In 1953, Thiel was awarded the 8th Bronze Wolf, the only distinction of the World Organization of the Scout Movement, awarded by the World Scout Committee for exceptional services to world Scouting. He was also a 1935 recipient of the Silver Wolf, the highest commendation in Swedish Scouting.

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Awards
Bronze Wolf Award

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Sten Thiel?

Commissioner of the Svenska Scoutförbundet

When was Sten Thiel born?

Sten Thiel was born on 3 July 1891.

When did Sten Thiel die?

Sten Thiel died on 12 February 1980.

What was Sten Thiel's occupation?

Sten Thiel was an engineer and scout leader.

What nationality was Sten Thiel?

Sten Thiel was Swedish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sten Thiel

· Wikidata: Q27975267

· DBpedia: Sten Thiel

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