Steen Andersen Bille (1751–1833)
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For other members of this extensive sea-going family, see Steen Andersen Bille.
Steen Andersen Bille (1751–1833)[1][2] was a Danish naval officer and a member of the Bille family. He rose to the rank of admiral and became a Privy Counselor during the period of Denmark's policy of "armed neutrality" following the Gunboat War.[Note 1] He was instrumental in the rebuilding of the Danish Navy after 1814.
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Steen Andersen Bille | |
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Born | (1751-08-22)22 August 1751 Assens, Funen, Denmark |
Died | 15 April 1833(1833-04-15) (aged 81) |
Buried | Holmens Kirkegård, Copenhagen |
Allegiance | Denmark–Norway (1762-1814) Denmark (1814-1833) |
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Years of service | 1762–1833 |
Rank | Admiral and Privy Counsellor |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog |
Spouse(s) |
Frederikke Bornemann
(m. 1790) |
Children | 4, including Vice Admiral Steen Andersen Bille |
Relations | Rear Admiral Daniel Ernst Bille (Father) |
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