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Baron Ludwig von Holzgethan

1800 – 1876

Austrian politician and prime minister

Politician Economist Finance minister
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Lived 1800 – 1876 (aged 75). Baron Ludwig von Holzgethan was an Austrian politician, economist and finance minister.

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Important facts

Born
1 October 1800, Vienna
Birth century
18th century
Died
12 June 1876, Vienna
Occupation
Politician, economist, finance minister
Nationality
Austrian Empire, Cisleithania
Education
University of Vienna
Positions held
Member of the House of Lords (Austria), Finance Minister of Austria-Hungary
Also known as
Ludwig Holzgethan

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Baron Ludwig von Holzgethan?

Austrian politician and prime minister (1810-1876)

When was Baron Ludwig von Holzgethan born?

Baron Ludwig von Holzgethan was born on 1 October 1800 in Vienna.

When did Baron Ludwig von Holzgethan die?

Baron Ludwig von Holzgethan died on 12 June 1876 in Vienna.

What was Baron Ludwig von Holzgethan's occupation?

Baron Ludwig von Holzgethan was a politician, economist and finance minister.

What nationality was Baron Ludwig von Holzgethan?

Baron Ludwig von Holzgethan was Austrian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Baron Ludwig von Holzgethan

· Wikidata: Q673686

· DBpedia: Ludwig Freiherr von Holzgethan

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