About Hermann Obrecht
Lived 1882 – 1940 (aged 58). Hermann Obrecht was a Swiss politician and journalist.
Hermann Obrecht (26 March 1882 in Grenchen – 21 August 1940) was a Swiss politician and member of the Swiss Federal Council (1935–1940).
He was elected to the Swiss Federal Council on 4 April 1935 and handed over office on 31 July 1940. He was affiliated to the Radical Democratic Party. During his time in office he headed up the Federal Department of Economic Affairs.
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Who was Hermann Obrecht?
member of the Swiss Federal Council (1882-1940)
When was Hermann Obrecht born?
Hermann Obrecht was born on 26 March 1882 in Grenchen.
When did Hermann Obrecht die?
Hermann Obrecht died on 21 August 1940 in Bern.
What was Hermann Obrecht's occupation?
Hermann Obrecht was a politician and journalist.
What nationality was Hermann Obrecht?
Hermann Obrecht was Swiss.
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