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Matthias Josef Mehs

1893 – 1976

German politician

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Lived 1893 – 1976 (aged 82). Matthias Josef Mehs was a German politician, regional writer, local historian and mayor.

Matthias Joseph Mehs (October 12, 1893 – April 7, 1976) was a German politician of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and former member of the German Bundestag.

Life In 1945 Mehs founded the CDU in the town and district of Wittlich, and from 1946 to 1953 he was honorary mayor of the town and member of the district council. From 1953 to 1957, he was an alderman of the town of Wittlich.

Mehs was a member of the German Bundestag in its first legislative period. He represented the constituency of Bitburg in parliament.

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Important facts

Born
12 October 1893, Wittlich
Birth century
19th century
Died
7 April 1976, Wittlich
Occupation
Politician, regional writer, local historian, mayor
Nationality
Germany
Positions held
Member of the German Bundestag, Mayor
Also known as
Matthias Joseph Mehs

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Matthias Josef Mehs?

German politician (1893-1976)

When was Matthias Josef Mehs born?

Matthias Josef Mehs was born on 12 October 1893 in Wittlich.

When did Matthias Josef Mehs die?

Matthias Josef Mehs died on 7 April 1976 in Wittlich.

What was Matthias Josef Mehs's occupation?

Matthias Josef Mehs was a politician, regional writer, local historian and mayor.

What nationality was Matthias Josef Mehs?

Matthias Josef Mehs was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Matthias Josef Mehs

· Wikidata: Q1910014

· DBpedia: Matthias Joseph Mehs

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