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Bjørn Elmquist

b. 1938

Danish politician and lawyer

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About Bjørn Elmquist

Born 1938. Bjørn Elmquist is a Danish lawyer, author, journalist and politician.

Bjørn Elmquist (born 13 November 1938 in Svendborg) is a Danish lawyer and journalist, who served as member of parliament for Denmark's Liberal Party from 1978 to 1990, and then the Danish Social Liberal Party from 1990 until 1998.

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Important facts

Born
13 November 1938, Denmark, Svendborg
Birth century
20th century
Died
Copenhagen, Denmark
Occupation
Lawyer, author, journalist, politician
Nationality
Kingdom of Denmark
Education
University of Copenhagen, Østre Borgerdyd school
Positions held
Member of the Folketing, Substitute member of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, Representative of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe
Employers
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, DR

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Bjørn Elmquist?

Danish politician and lawyer

When was Bjørn Elmquist born?

Bjørn Elmquist was born on 13 November 1938 in Denmark, Svendborg.

When did Bjørn Elmquist die?

Bjørn Elmquist died in Copenhagen, Denmark.

What is Bjørn Elmquist's occupation?

Bjørn Elmquist is a lawyer, author, journalist and politician.

What nationality is Bjørn Elmquist?

Bjørn Elmquist is Danish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bjørn Elmquist

· Wikidata: Q5854445

· DBpedia: Bjørn Elmquist

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