Karl J. Aarsæther was a Norwegian resistance man in Kompani Linge, and was highly decorated for his efforts as a secret agent during World War II. Together with brother Knut, (1916-1984) he established a radio station, that became important in the fight against the Nazi-government. After the war he worked in the family business in Ålesund, Møre & Romsdal County. In 1954 he played himself in the movie, Suicide Mission (1954).