Kalnins, Janis

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General Jānis KALNIŅŠ (L.k.o.k.) (2 Jun 1867 - 14 Nov 1942)
Served in the Russian Army, including a period as Commander, 3. Kurzeme Rifle Regiment. Joined the Latvian Army in April 1921 as Colonel. After retirement lived in Latvia until his death.


30 Apr 1921 - Sep 1921: Special Purposes Officer to the Inspector of the Army
Sep 1921 - Nov 1921: Commander, 9. Rēzekne Infantry Regiment
Nov 1921 - May 1924: Member of Military Council, Ministry of War
(May 1924: Promoted to General)
May 1924: Retired


Principal Sources:
Lāčplēša Kara Ordeņa Kavalieri, published by Latvijas Valsts Vēstures Arhīvs
Latvijas Armijas Augstākie Virsnieki, published by Latvijas Valsts Vēstures Arhīvs
Latvijas Bruņotie Spēki, by Edgars Andersons
The Armed Forces of Latvia 1918 - 1940, by Andris J. Kursietis
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