Vidkun Quisling
Vidkun Quisling was a Norwegian politician and military officer who infamously collaborated with Nazi Germany during World War II. He seized power in a coup supported by the Nazis and led a puppet government that aided the German occupation. Quisling's regime was marked by severe repression and betrayal, particularly against the Jewish population of Norway. After the war, he was tried for treason and executed, becoming synonymous with betrayal in Norway and beyond.
Born on Jul 18, 1887 (138 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Iceland | 1 | 1.00 | 0.15% | +0% | 341,243 | 501 | $24,000 | 35$ |
| Totals | 1 | 341,243 | 501 | $24,000 | 35$ |
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Iceland:
Vidkun Quisling was a Norwegian politician who collaborated with the Nazi invasion during World War II.
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Norway:
Vidkun Quisling originally built the restaurant as a bathing house during World War II.
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Norway:
Vidkun Quisling was executed for his role as a leader of the National Socialist movement in Norway during World War II.
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Norway:
Vidkun Quisling is referenced in the context of his visit to Hitler, highlighting his controversial role during World War II.
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Norway:
Vidkun Quisling is mentioned as the Minister of Defense who sent military forces against striking workers.
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Norway:
Vidkun Quisling is referenced as a historical figure alongside Rinnan in discussions about betrayal.
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Iceland:
Vidkun Quisling was executed for treason after World War II and was a prominent collaborator with the Nazis.
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Argentina:
Vidkun Quisling was a far-right nationalist politician who collaborated with the Nazis during the German invasion of Norway.
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