About Jón Magnússon
Lived 1859 – 1926 (aged 67). Jón Magnússon was an Icelandic politician.
Jón Magnússon (16 January 1859 – 23 June 1926) was an Icelandic politician, and was prime minister of Iceland on two occasions. He served his first term, as a member of the Home Rule Party (Heimastjórnarflokkurinn), from 4 January 1917 to 7 March 1922. He served his second term, as a member of the Conservative Party (Íhaldsflokkurinn, a forerunner of the Independence Party), from 22 March 1924 to 23 June 1926. He served as speaker of the Althing from 1913 to 1914.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jón Magnússon?
Icelandic politician (1859-1926)
When was Jón Magnússon born?
Jón Magnússon was born on 16 January 1859 in Northeastern Region.
When did Jón Magnússon die?
Jón Magnússon died on 23 June 1926 in Neskaupstaður.
What was Jón Magnússon's occupation?
Jón Magnússon was a politician.
What nationality was Jón Magnússon?
Jón Magnússon was Icelandic.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jón Magnússon. https://biography.guide/jon-magnusson/
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