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With, de, Klaas

Date of birth:
June 23rd, 1915 (Oudenrijn, The Netherlands)
Nationality:
Dutch (1815-present, Kingdom)

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Awarded on:
January 18th, 1947
Klaas de With, Dutch Civilian, fought most courageously for the cause of liberty by rendering aid of exceptional importance to members of the American and British amred forces who were evading capture in the enemy-occupied countries of Europe. The courage, bravery, and exceptional devotion to the common cause of freedom displayed by this person in undertaking such hazardous duties, knowing the price to be paid if apprehended, were a definite contributing factor to the termination of hostilities in this theater, meriting the highest degree of praise.
Presidential Medal of Freedom
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Awarded on:
October 28th, 1981

Royal decree no. 104
Verzetsherdenkingskruis (VHK)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Awarded on:
April 16th, 1975

Royal decree no. 48
Huisorde van Oranje - Gouden Eremedaille (HO.GEM)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Awarded on:
June 4th, 1948
King's/Queen's Commendation for brave conduct

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