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Axel Vennersten

1863 – 1948

Swedish politician

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About Axel Vennersten

Lived 1863 – 1948 (aged 85). Axel Vennersten was a Swedish politician.

Axel Vennersten (20 January 1863 – 22 March 1948) was a Swedish politician and the ninth Speaker of Första kammaren of the Riksdag.

He was Minister for Finance from February 1914 to March 1917.

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Important facts

Born
20 January 1863, Borås parish
Birth century
19th century
Died
22 March 1948, Engelbrekt church parish
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Sweden
Education
École nationale supérieure de chimie de Mulhouse
Positions held
Member of the First Chamber, Member of the Second Chamber, Marshal of the Realm, Speaker of the First Chamber
Employers
Stockholm School of Economics
Awards
Royal Order of the Seraphim; King Gustav V's 70 year anniversary award; Commanders Grand Cross of the Order of the Polar Star; Commander 1st class of the Order of Vasa; Order of Charles XIII; Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog; Grand Cross of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St. Olav‎; Grand Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta; Order of the Crown

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Axel Vennersten?

Swedish politician (1863-1948)

When was Axel Vennersten born?

Axel Vennersten was born on 20 January 1863 in Borås parish.

When did Axel Vennersten die?

Axel Vennersten died on 22 March 1948 in Engelbrekt church parish.

What was Axel Vennersten's occupation?

Axel Vennersten was a politician.

What nationality was Axel Vennersten?

Axel Vennersten was Swedish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Axel Vennersten

· Wikidata: Q6223681

· DBpedia: Axel Vennersten

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