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Otto Joachim Moltke

1770 – 1853

Prime Minister of Denmark

Politician CanonLarge estate owner
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About Otto Joachim Moltke

Lived 1770 – 1853 (aged 82). Otto Joachim Moltke was a Danish politician, canon, large estate owner and minister.

Otto Joachim Moltke (11 June 1770 – 1 February 1853) was a lawyer and government official. He was the Minister of State of Denmark from 1824 to 1842.

Biography He was born at Moltkes Palæ in Copenhagen, Denmark. He was the son of Adam Gottlob Moltke (1710–1792) and Sophie Hedevig von Raben (1733–1802). His father was lensgreve til Bregentved and had exercised extensive political power during the reign of Frederick V. Moltke studied at the University of Copenhagen from 1786 and in 1788 became a legal candidate. He then made a study trip abroad.

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Important facts

Born
11 June 1770, Moltke Mansion
Birth century
18th century
Died
1 February 1853, Espe
Occupation
Politician, canon, large estate owner, minister
Nationality
Kingdom of Denmark, Danes
Education
University of Copenhagen
Positions held
County Governor of Aust-Agder, County Governor of Telemark, Diocesan Governor of Kristiansand
Awards
Commander of the Order of the Dannebrog; Decoration of the Cross of Honour of the Dannebrog; Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog; Knight of the Order of the Elephant

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Otto Joachim Moltke?

Prime Minister of Denmark

When was Otto Joachim Moltke born?

Otto Joachim Moltke was born on 11 June 1770 in Moltke Mansion.

When did Otto Joachim Moltke die?

Otto Joachim Moltke died on 1 February 1853 in Espe.

What was Otto Joachim Moltke's occupation?

Otto Joachim Moltke was a politician, canon, large estate owner and minister.

What nationality was Otto Joachim Moltke?

Otto Joachim Moltke was Danish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Otto Joachim Moltke

· Wikidata: Q3445767

· DBpedia: Otto Joachim Moltke

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