About Paul Ritter
Lived 1865 – 1921 (aged 55–56). Paul Ritter was a diplomat.
Paul Ritter (November 17, 1865 - May 31, 1921) was Ambassador of Switzerland to the United States from 1909 to 1917. His service in Japan took place during the Meiji period, a time of major political and economic transformation. He then was the Ambassador of Switzerland to Japan.
He was reassigned to The Hague until he retired in 1920.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Paul Ritter?
Swiss ambassador
When was Paul Ritter born?
Paul Ritter was born in 1865 in Basel.
When did Paul Ritter die?
Paul Ritter died on 2 June 1921 in Zurich.
What was Paul Ritter's occupation?
Paul Ritter was a diplomat.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Paul Ritter (diplomat)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Paul Ritter. https://biography.guide/paul-ritter/
MLA: "Paul Ritter." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/paul-ritter/.
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