Johan Laidoner
Estonian general and politician (1884-1953)
1884 — 1953
Quick Facts
Profession
Estonian general and politician (1884-1953)
Born
February 12, 1884
Died
1953 (age ~69)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
politician, military officer, sportsperson
Russian EmpireBorn in ViiratsiDied in Vladimir Central Prison
1884
Born in Viiratsi (1884-02-12)
1920
AwardCross of Liberty 1st Division, 1st Class
1921
AwardEstonian Red Cross Order Third Class
1923
AwardOrder of Lāčplēsis
1925
AwardCross of Liberty 3rd Division, 1st Class
1926
AwardMedal of the Order of the Estonian Red Cross
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Johan Laidoner was an Estonian general and statesman. He served as Commander‑in‑Chief of the Estonian Armed Forces during the Estonian War of Independence and was among the most influential people in the Estonian politics between the world wars.
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Who is Johan Laidoner?+
Johan Laidoner was an Estonian general and statesman. He served as Commander‑in‑Chief of the Estonian Armed Forces during the Estonian War of Independence and was among the most influential people in the Estonian politics between the world wars.
What does the name Johan mean?+
The name Johan means "A female given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: An archaic variant of Joan, from Johan, from Johanna. Cf. John.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Johan Laidoner born?+
Johan Laidoner was born on February 12, 1884.
When did Johan Laidoner die?+
Johan Laidoner died in 1953, at approximately 69 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: An archaic variant of Joan, from Johan, from Johanna. Cf. John.
The name Johan is of Spanish origin, meaning "A female given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: An archaic variant of Joan, from Johan, from Johanna. Cf. John.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Johan — February 12, 1884
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Cib
Owl — wisdom, ancestors, forgiveness
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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— a passerby
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— an admirer
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