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Christian Sophus Klein

1824 – 1900

Danish judge

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About Christian Sophus Klein

Lived 1824 – 1900 (aged 75). Christian Sophus Klein was a Danish judge, jurist and politician.

Christian Sophus Klein (17 August 1824 – 9 January 1900) was a Danish politician, a member of the National Party. He was Minister of Justice from 1872 to 1875, and Minister for Iceland from 1874 to 1875.

Biography Klein was born on 17 August 1824 in Copenhagen. He served as president of Sø- og Handelsretten (1862–72), and an accessor in Denmark's supreme court between 1877 and 1891.

He was a member of the Folketing between1858–1898, and served as the Justice Minister between 1872 and 1875. After implementing the Constitutional Law for Iceland, he served as minister for Iceland between 1874 and 1875.

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Important facts

Born
17 August 1824, Copenhagen
Birth century
19th century
Died
9 January 1900, Copenhagen
Occupation
Judge, jurist, politician
Nationality
Kingdom of Denmark
Education
Metropolitanskolen
Positions held
Justice Minister of Denmark, Member of the Folketing
Awards
Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog; Decoration of the Cross of Honour of the Dannebrog; Commander of the Order of the Dannebrog; Knight Grand Officer of the Order of the Dannebrog; Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Christian Sophus Klein?

Danish judge (1824-1900)

When was Christian Sophus Klein born?

Christian Sophus Klein was born on 17 August 1824 in Copenhagen.

When did Christian Sophus Klein die?

Christian Sophus Klein died on 9 January 1900 in Copenhagen.

What was Christian Sophus Klein's occupation?

Christian Sophus Klein was a judge, jurist and politician.

What nationality was Christian Sophus Klein?

Christian Sophus Klein was Danish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Christian Sophus Klein

· Wikidata: Q5913097

· DBpedia: Christian Sophus Klein

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