John Nordlander
John Leonard Nordlander (1894–1961) was a Swedish sea captain and Commander commissioned by the shipping line Swedish American Line, crossing the Atlantic Ocean 532 times.
John Nordlander RVO, RDO, SGM | |
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Captain John Nordlander aboard MS Kungsholm (1954) (Swedish Television) | |
| Born | 1894 Härnösand, Sweden |
| Died | 1961 Gothenburg, Sweden |
| Nationality | Swedish |
| Occupation | sea captain |
| Employer(s) | Swedish American Line Swedish Navy |
| Organization | Red Cross |
During World War II, while serving as Master of SS Drottningholm, Captain Nordlander was responsible for rescuing thousands of victims of war uniquely through hostile waters in collaboration with the Red Cross and effectively with the Allied powers, with approval of the Swedish royal family.
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