About Heino Anto
Lived 1882 – 1955 (aged 72). Heino Anto was an Estonian actor, playwright, theatre director, politician, translator and sailor.
Heino Anto (also Hindrik Anto; 13 October 1882 – 13 September 1955) was an Estonian politician, stage actor, playwright, theatre director, and journalist.
Personal life
Anto was born in Rahuste village, Torgu Parish, Kreis Ösel (now Saaremaa Parish, Estonia) in 1882. He attended in 1893‒1898. In 1904 he married Maimu Anto. Since 1907 he worked as an actor and dramaturge in Estonia Theatre and later in the Estonian Drama Theatre. Anto died in 1955 in Tallinn.
Political career
He was a member of the II Riigikogu, representing the National Liberal Party. He was a member of the Riigikogu since 5 June 1925. He replaced Peeter Lindau.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Heino Anto?
Estonian politician, sailor and playwright (1882-1955)
When was Heino Anto born?
Heino Anto was born on 13 October 1882 in Torgu Rural Municipality.
When did Heino Anto die?
Heino Anto died on 13 September 1955 in Tallinn.
What was Heino Anto's occupation?
Heino Anto was an actor, playwright, theatre director, politician, translator and sailor.
What nationality was Heino Anto?
Heino Anto was Estonian.
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