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Carl Spahn

1863 – 1943

Swiss politician

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About Carl Spahn

Lived 1863 – 1943 (aged 79). Carl Spahn was a Swiss politician, jurist and lawyer.

Carl Spahn (25 February 1863 – 19 February 1943) was a Swiss politician, mayor of Schaffhausen (1895–1917) and President of the Swiss National Council (1912/1913).

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Important facts

Born

25 February 1863, Schaffhausen

Birth century

19th century

Died

19 February 1943, Schaffhausen

Occupation

Politician, jurist, lawyer

Nationality

Switzerland

Positions held

President of the Swiss National Council, Member of the Swiss National Council, City president, Member of the Cantonal Council of Schaffhausen

Also known as

Carl Alfred Spahn

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Carl Spahn's

Nevil Story Maskelyne

Frequently asked questions

Who was Carl Spahn?

Swiss politician (1863-1943)

When was Carl Spahn born?

Carl Spahn was born on 25 February 1863 in Schaffhausen.

When did Carl Spahn die?

Carl Spahn died on 19 February 1943 in Schaffhausen.

What was Carl Spahn's occupation?

Carl Spahn was a politician, jurist and lawyer.

What nationality was Carl Spahn?

Carl Spahn was Swiss.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Carl Spahn

· Wikidata: Q15996166

· DBpedia: Carl Spahn

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