Idel Jakobson

Latvian-Estonian NKVD officer

Idel Jakobson - Latvian-Estonian NKVD officer
Born

August 12th, 1904
120 years ago

Died

1997
28 years ago — 93 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Latvia, Estonia

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Born in 1904, served in the NKVD, which was responsible for state security and law enforcement in the Soviet Union. Played a significant role in various operations during the 1930s and 1940s, particularly in Latvia and Estonia. Active during the Soviet regime, participating in efforts to consolidate power and suppress dissent, contributing to the enforcement of Soviet policies in the Baltic region.

Served as a high-ranking NKVD officer

Conducted operations in Latvia and Estonia

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