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Frans Wijffels

1899 – 1968

Dutch politician

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About Frans Wijffels

Lived 1899 – 1968 (aged 68). Frans Wijffels was a Dutch politician.

Franciscus Cornelis Marie (Frans) Wijffels (10 April 1899, Stratum – 22 March 1968, Delft) was a Dutch politician of the Roman Catholic State Party (RKSP) and its successor the Catholic People's Party (KVP).

Wijffels was Minister of Social Affairs in the third Gerbrandy cabinet and also a member of the House of Representatives and the Senate.

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Important facts

Born
10 April 1899
Birth century
19th century
Died
22 March 1968, Delft
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Education
Delft University of Technology
Positions held
Minister of Transport, Public Works and Water Management, Member of the House of Representatives of the Netherlands, Member of the Senate of the Netherlands
Also known as
Franciscus Cornelis Marie (Frans) Wijffels, F.C.M. Wijffels

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Frans Wijffels?

Dutch politician (1899-1966)

When was Frans Wijffels born?

Frans Wijffels was born on 10 April 1899.

When did Frans Wijffels die?

Frans Wijffels died on 22 March 1968 in Delft.

What was Frans Wijffels's occupation?

Frans Wijffels was a politician.

What nationality was Frans Wijffels?

Frans Wijffels was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Frans Wijffels

· Wikidata: Q3192292

· DBpedia: Frans Wijffels

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