About Josef von Teng
Lived 1786 – 1837 (aged 51). Josef von Teng was a German politician, jurist and mayor.
Josef von Teng (29 August 1786 – 7 December 1837) was a Bavarian politician who served as the second Mayor of Munich from 1836 until his death a year later in 1837.
Mayor of Munich Upon the death of his predecessor, Franz Paul von Mittermayr in 1836, Teng was chosen to be the new Mayor of Munich, despite being ill. He would die in 1837, after only a year as Mayor. His mayoralty was marked by a financial crisis that began before he became Mayor. In an attempt to curb the crisis, he increased taxes substantially.
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Who was Josef von Teng?
German politician (1786-1837)
When was Josef von Teng born?
Josef von Teng was born on 29 August 1786 in Passau.
When did Josef von Teng die?
Josef von Teng died on 7 December 1837 in Munich.
What was Josef von Teng's occupation?
Josef von Teng was a politician, jurist and mayor.
What nationality was Josef von Teng?
Josef von Teng was German.
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