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Aleksander Jaakson

Estonian military personnel and politician (1892-1942) · Estonia · On the map · Politicians · Died at 50

Aleksander Jaakson was an Estonian general and educator. After beginnings as a teacher in Türi, he served with the Imperial Russian Army in World War I, and was advanced to Staff Captain. During the disintegration of the Russian Republic in 1917, he returned home to establish a branch of the Estonian Defence League.

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Awards

Order of the White Star, 1st Class
Cross of Liberty
Order of Lāčplēsis

About this person

He was a decorated participant in the Estonian War of Independence and later continued serving in the Estonian Defence Forces in various positions, including military education.

Country
Estonia
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1892 to 1942 · aged 50