| Hans von Essen | |
|---|---|
 Hans von Essen | |
| Born | 31 December 1900 |
| Died | 23 August 1973 (aged 72) |
| Place of birth | Lappeenranta, Finland |
| Place of death | Halikko, Finland |
| Allegiance | Finnish |
| Service/branch | Cavalry |
| Years of service | 1919–1946 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Awards |
Mannerheim Cross Cross of Liberty Knight of the White Rose |
| Other work | Equestrian |
Hans Olof von Essen (31 December 1900 – 23 August 1973) was a Finnish military colonel and a Knight of the Mannerheim Cross.[1]
Von Essen was also an equestrian. He competed in the individual eventing at the 1928 Summer Olympics.[2]
References[]
- ↑ Appel, Erik: von Essen, Hans at Uppslagsverket Finland (in Swedish).
- ↑ "Hans Olof von Essen Olympic Results". Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. https://www.sports-reference.com/olympics/athletes/vo/hans-olof-von-essen-1.html. Retrieved 16 April 2020.
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