Boy Rist
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Boy Roald Rist (1 January 1912 – 16 November 1972) was a member of the Norwegian resistance movement during the German occupation of Norway in World War II. He was an naval officer, and a member Norwegian Independent Company 1 a part of Special Operations Executive (SOE). He was awarded the War Cross with sword, Norway's highest award.
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Born | (1912-01-01)1 January 1912 Gravdal, Norway |
Died | 16 November 1972(1972-11-16) (aged 60) Lanzarote, Spain |
Allegiance | Norway |
Years of service | 1939-1972 |
Rank | kommandørkaptein (commander) |
Unit | Norwegian resistance movement Norwegian Independent Company 1 SOE |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | War Cross with sword Norwegian War Medal |
Other work | Mayor, General Manager Ship Yard |
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