Gunnar Sønsteby

Norwegian resistance member (1918-2012) · Norway · On the map · Died at 94

Gunnar Fridtjof Thurmann Sønsteby DSO was a member of the Norwegian resistance movement during the German occupation of Norway in World War II.

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A typical day, 30 days to 6 November 2026

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Awards

Oslo citizen of the year2007

Medal of Freedom1945

Distinguished Service Order

Haakon VII 70th Anniversary Medal

Commander of the Order of St. Olav

Defence Medal 1940-1945

Norwegian Police Cross of Honour

Norwegian Defence Cross of Honour

Defence Service Medal with Laurel Branch

H. M. The King's Commemorative Medal

Pro Memoria Medal

Defence Medal

1939-45 Star

About this person

Known by the nickname "Kjakan" and as "Agent No. 24", he was the most highly decorated citizen in Norway, including being the only person to have been awarded the War Cross with three swords, Norway's highest military decoration.

Country

Norway

Type

Other

Status

Deceased

Dates

Lived 1918 to 2012 · aged 94

Where to find them

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