Kurt Martti Wallenius 1893 – 1984

Biography

Kurt Martti Wallenius was born on July 25, 1893, in Kuopio, Finland, during a time of significant national transition. He devoted his life to military service, rising to the rank of major general in the Finnish armed forces. His career spanned decades of the twentieth century, a period marked by profound challenges and changes for Finland and Europe as a whole.

General Wallenius maintained his residence in Helsinki during his later years, where he lived until his death on May 5, 1984, at the age of ninety. His long life reflected the resilience characteristic of his generation. Following his passing, he was laid to rest at Honkanummi cemetery in Vantaa, Finland, where he remains honored among those who served their nation.

The legacy of Major General Kurt Martti Wallenius endures as part of Finland’s military heritage, representing the dedication and service of those who helped shape the nation’s history during the twentieth century.