Alfons Rebane
Estonian colonel and military leader
Estonian colonel and military leader
1976
50 years ago — 68 years old
Military & Warriors
Estonia
Born in 1908, a prominent military figure who played a significant role during World War II. After the Soviet occupation of Estonia, joined the ranks of the Estonian Resistance. Led forces against Soviet troops and was influential in the organization of Estonian military efforts. Following the war, continued to advocate for Estonian independence and remained a significant figure in the exile community, contributing to military thought and strategy within that context.
Led Estonian forces during World War II
Contributed to military strategy in exile
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