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Olaf Helset

Norwegian general (1892-1960) · Norway · On the map · Died at 68

Olaf Helset was a Norwegian military officer with the rank of major general and a sports administrator. He played a central role in the early resistance during the German occupation of Norway, both civil and military resistance. He was later in command of the Norwegian police troops in exile in Sweden.

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Awards

Defence Medal 1940-1945
War Cross
Knight Grand Officer of the Order of Saint Olav
King's Medal for Courage in the Cause of Freedom
King Christian X's Liberty Medal
Commander of the Legion of Honour
Medal "For the Victory over Germany in the Great Patriotic War 1941-1945"

About this person

After the war, he served as head of the Norwegian Army for two years.

Country
Norway
Type
Other
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1892 to 1960 · aged 68