About Joris Helleputte
Lived 1852 – 1925 (aged 72). Joris Helleputte was a Belgian politician, architect and engineer.
Joris or Georges Helleputte (1852–1925) was a Belgian politician and Gothic Revival architect. He served as Minister of Agriculture and Public Works and Minister of Railways, Post and Telegraphs.
Early life and education Helleputte was born to a Catholic family.
He graduated from Ghent University as a bridge and road engineer.
Architectural career Helleputte became a professor of architecture at the Catholic University of Leuven, teaching architects like Raymond Lemaire and Raphaël Verwilghen.
Helleputte's sister, Rosalie, married the Belgian architect Louis Cloquet.
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Who was Joris Helleputte?
Belgian politician and architect (1852-1925)
When was Joris Helleputte born?
Joris Helleputte was born on 31 August 1852 in Ghent.
When did Joris Helleputte die?
Joris Helleputte died on 22 February 1925 in Leuven.
What was Joris Helleputte's occupation?
Joris Helleputte was a politician, architect and engineer.
What nationality was Joris Helleputte?
Joris Helleputte was Belgian.
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