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Oskari Mantere

1874 – 1942

Finnish politician

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Lived 1874 – 1942 (aged 68). Oskari Mantere was a Finnish politician and philosopher.

Oskari Mantere (18 September 1874 – 9 December 1942) was a Finnish politician from the National Progressive Party who served as Prime Minister of Finland from December 1928 to August 1929. He led a minority government.

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Important facts

Born
18 September 1874, Hausjärvi
Birth century
19th century
Died
9 December 1942, Helsinki
Occupation
Politician, philosopher
Nationality
Finland, Grand Duchy of Finland
Education
University of Helsinki
Positions held
Member of the Parliament of Finland, Prime Minister of Finland
Awards
Commander First Class of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; Grand Cross of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; Grand Cross of the Order of the Lion of Finland; Grand Cross of the Order of the Holy Lamb; Grand officer of the Order of the Crown of Italy; Order of the Three Stars, 1st Class; Knight Grand Officer of the Order of Saint Olav; Grand Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta; Grand Cross of the Order of the Crown (Romania); Commanders Grand Cross of the Order of the Polar Star; Officer of the Order of Merit of the Kingdom of Hungary; 1st Class of the Order of the Cross of the Eagle

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Oskari Mantere?

Finnish politician (1874-1942)

When was Oskari Mantere born?

Oskari Mantere was born on 18 September 1874 in Hausjärvi.

When did Oskari Mantere die?

Oskari Mantere died on 9 December 1942 in Helsinki.

What was Oskari Mantere's occupation?

Oskari Mantere was a politician and philosopher.

What nationality was Oskari Mantere?

Oskari Mantere was Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Oskari Mantere

· Wikidata: Q675250

· DBpedia: Oskari Mantere

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