About Franz Etzel
Lived 1902 – 1970 (aged 67). Franz Etzel was a German politician, notary, lawyer, banker, jurist and finance minister.
Franz Etzel (12 August 1902 – 9 May 1970) was a German politician of the CDU.
Etzel was born in Wesel, Rhine Province. From 1949 to 4 January 1953 and from 1957 to 1965 Etzel was member of the German Bundestag. From 1957 to 1961 he was Minister of Finance. He died in Wittlaer by Düsseldorf, aged 67.
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Who was Franz Etzel?
German politician (1902-1970)
When was Franz Etzel born?
Franz Etzel was born on 12 August 1902 in Wesel.
When did Franz Etzel die?
Franz Etzel died on 9 May 1970 in Düsseldorf.
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Franz Etzel was a politician, notary, lawyer, banker, jurist and finance minister.
What nationality was Franz Etzel?
Franz Etzel was German.
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