About Josef Escher
Lived 1885 – 1954 (aged 69). Josef Escher was a Swiss politician and lawyer.
Josef Escher (17 September 1885, in Simplon – 9 December 1954) was a Swiss politician and member of the Swiss Federal Council (1950–1954).
He was elected to the Federal Council of Switzerland on 14 September 1950 resigned on 26 November 1954 and died on 9 December 1954. He was affiliated to the Christian Democratic People's Party of Switzerland. During his office time he held the Department of Posts and Railways.
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Who was Josef Escher?
member of the Swiss Federal Council (1885-1954)
When was Josef Escher born?
Josef Escher was born on 17 September 1885 in Simplon.
When did Josef Escher die?
Josef Escher died on 9 December 1954 in Bern.
What was Josef Escher's occupation?
Josef Escher was a politician and lawyer.
What nationality was Josef Escher?
Josef Escher was Swiss.
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