About Franz Leitner
Lived 1918 – 2005 (aged 87). Franz Leitner was an Austrian politician, resistance fighter and engineer.
Franz Leitner (12 February 1918, Wiener Neustadt, Austria – 20 October 2005, Höf-Präbach, Styria, Austria) was an Austrian politician and honoured as an "Austrian Righteous Among the Nations”.
He was member of the Styrian Landtag (state parliament) and leader of the Austrian Communist Party in Styria.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Franz Leitner?
Austrian politician (1918-2005)
When was Franz Leitner born?
Franz Leitner was born on 12 February 1918 in Wiener Neustadt.
When did Franz Leitner die?
Franz Leitner died on 20 October 2005 in Höf-Präbach.
What was Franz Leitner's occupation?
Franz Leitner was a politician, resistance fighter and engineer.
What nationality was Franz Leitner?
Franz Leitner was Austrian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Franz Leitner (politician)
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