About Karl Arnold
Lived 1901 – 1958 (aged 57). Karl Arnold was a German politician.
Karl Arnold (21 March 1901 – 29 June 1958) was a German politician. He was Minister President of North Rhine-Westphalia from 1947 to 1956.
Early life and education Arnold was born in Herrlishöfen in Württemberg on 21 March 1901. He was trained as a shoemaker
Personal life In 1928, Arnold married Liesel Joeres.
Arnold was a Catholic and a member of the German branch of the lay Catholic organization Catholic Action.
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Who was Karl Arnold?
German politician (1901-1958)
When was Karl Arnold born?
Karl Arnold was born on 21 March 1901 in Höfen (Warthausen).
When did Karl Arnold die?
Karl Arnold died on 29 June 1958 in Düsseldorf.
What was Karl Arnold's occupation?
Karl Arnold was a politician.
What nationality was Karl Arnold?
Karl Arnold was German.
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