Jens-Anton Poulsson
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Jens-Anton Poulsson DSO, (27 October 1918 – 2 February 2010[2][3]) was a Norwegian military officer. During World War II he was a Norwegian resistance member, especially noted for his role in the heavy water sabotage 1942–1943. He continued his military career after the war, and was appointed colonel in 1968.
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Born | (1918-10-27)27 October 1918 Tinn, Norway[1] |
Died | 2 February 2010(2010-02-02) (aged 91) |
Allegiance | Norway |
Service/ | Norwegian Army |
Years of service | 1940–1982 |
Rank | Colonel |
Unit | Norwegian Independent Company 1 |
Commands held | Danish–Norwegian battalion of UNEF His Majesty The King's Guard 3rd Infantry Regiment |
Battles/wars | Norwegian Campaign |
Awards | War Cross with sword Defence Medal with rosette Haakon VIIs 70th Anniversary Medal Distinguished Service Order |
Relations | Else Poulsson (sister) |
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