Edouard Suenson

Danish naval officer (1805-1887) · Denmark · On the map · Died at 82

Vice-Admiral Edouard Suenson was a Danish naval officer known for his participation in the First and Second Schleswig War. He served as the main Danish commander at the Battle of Heligoland in the latter.

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Suenson's return to Copenhagen after the Battle of Helgoland.

Suenson's grave in Holmens Cemetery

The Edouard Suenson Memorial

Awards

Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog1864

Commander of the Order of the Dannebrog1863

Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog

Decoration of the Cross of Honour of the Dannebrog

About this person

Country

Denmark

Type

Other

Status

Deceased

Dates

Lived 1805 to 1887 · aged 82