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Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen

1896 – 1957

Dutch politician

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Lived 1896 – 1957 (aged 60). Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen was a Dutch politician.

Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen (18 March 1896, Wageningen – 26 January 1957, The Hague) was a Dutch politician.

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Important facts

Born
18 March 1896, Wageningen
Birth century
19th century
Died
26 January 1957, The Hague
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Education
Leiden University
Positions held
Minister of Transport, Public Works and Water Management, Secretary general

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen?

Dutch politician (1896–1957)

When was Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen born?

Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen was born on 18 March 1896 in Wageningen.

When did Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen die?

Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen died on 26 January 1957 in The Hague.

What was Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen's occupation?

Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen was a politician.

What nationality was Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen?

Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dirk Gerard Willem Spitzen

· Wikidata: Q2765536

· DBpedia: Dirk Spitzen

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