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Wilhelm Mohr

1917 – 2016

Norwegian aviator and officer

Military aviatorAir force officerLieutenant general
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About Wilhelm Mohr

Lived 1917 – 2016 (aged 99). Wilhelm Mohr was a Norwegian military aviator, air force officer and lieutenant general.

Wilhelm Mohr (27 June 1917 – 26 September 2016) was a Norwegian aviation officer.

He was born in Fana to landowner Wilhelm Mohr and Emily Holm, and was a grandson of grain merchant Conrad Mohr. He served as aviation officer during the Second World War, both in the Norwegian Campaign and later in Little Norway in Canada, and with the No. 332 Squadron RAF. He was promoted Major General in 1962, and Lieutenant General in 1964, and served as head of the Royal Norwegian Air Force. He was decorated Commander of the Order of St. Olav in 1964. His war decorations include the War Cross with sword, the British Distinguished Flying Cross, and the American Legion of Merit.

He died on 26 September 2016, 99 years old.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Military aviator, air force officer, lieutenant general
Nationality
Education
Norwegian Military Academy
Awards
Defence Medal 1940–1945; War Medal; War Cross; Distinguished Flying Cross; Commander of the Order of St. Olav‎

Family & relationships

Parent
Wilhelm Mohr (politician)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Wilhelm Mohr?

Norwegian aviator and officer

When was Wilhelm Mohr born?

Wilhelm Mohr was born on 27 June 1917 in Fana, Fana Municipality.

When did Wilhelm Mohr die?

Wilhelm Mohr died on 26 September 2016 in Oslo.

What was Wilhelm Mohr's occupation?

Wilhelm Mohr was a military aviator, air force officer and lieutenant general.

What nationality was Wilhelm Mohr?

Wilhelm Mohr was Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Wilhelm Mohr

· Wikidata: Q19400644

· DBpedia: Wilhelm Mohr (aviator)

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