Hugo Munthe-Kaas

Norwegian intelligence agent

Hugo Munthe-Kaas - Norwegian intelligence agent
Born

1922
103 years ago

Died

March 19th, 2012
12 years ago — 90 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Norway

Links & References

Served as an intelligence agent during World War II with a focus on operations in Nazi-occupied Norway. Participated in various missions aimed at gathering information and aiding resistance efforts. Played a significant role in the operations that helped secure Norway's liberation from German control. Continued involvement in intelligence activities post-war, contributing to the development of Norway's intelligence services.

Conducted intelligence operations during WWII

Involved in Norway's resistance efforts

Helped secure Norway's liberation

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