About Ernest Chuard
Lived 1857 – 1942 (aged 85). Ernest Chuard was a Swiss politician, university teacher and chemist.
Ernest Chuard (31 July 1857 – 9 November 1942) was a Swiss politician who was Federal Councillor from 1919 to 1928.
He was elected to the Swiss Federal Council on 11 December 1919 and handed over office on 31 December 1928. He was affiliated with the Free Democratic Party.
During his office time he held the Federal Department of Home Affairs and he was President of the Confederation in 1924.
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Who was Ernest Chuard?
member of the Swiss Federal Council (1857-1942)
When was Ernest Chuard born?
Ernest Chuard was born on 31 July 1857 in Corcelles-près-Payerne.
When did Ernest Chuard die?
Ernest Chuard died on 9 November 1942 in Lausanne.
What was Ernest Chuard's occupation?
Ernest Chuard was a politician, university teacher and chemist.
What nationality was Ernest Chuard?
Ernest Chuard was Swiss.
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