About Harm van Riel
Lived 1907 – 1980 (aged 73). Harm van Riel was a Dutch politician, banker and jurist.
Harm van Riel (18 February 1907 – 13 December 1980) was a Dutch politician of the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD) and businessman.
Career He served as a Member of the Senate from 6 November 1956 until 5 June 1963, and from 2 July 1963 until 3 June 1976. He was the parliamentary leader of the VVD in the Senate from 24 March 1959 until 3 June 1976. A colourful politician, he was a mentor to Hans Wiegel during the latter's tenure as leader of the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy.
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Who was Harm van Riel?
Dutch politician (1907-1980)
When was Harm van Riel born?
Harm van Riel was born on 18 February 1907 in Hoofddorp.
When did Harm van Riel die?
Harm van Riel died on 13 December 1980 in The Hague.
What was Harm van Riel's occupation?
Harm van Riel was a politician, banker and jurist.
What nationality was Harm van Riel?
Harm van Riel was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harm van Riel. https://biography.guide/harm-van-riel/
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