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Petra Ernstberger

b. 1955

German politician

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About Petra Ernstberger

Born 1955. Petra Ernstberger is a German politician, university teacher and teacher.

Petra Ernstberger (born 11 November 1955) is a German politician and former member of the German Bundestag for 23 years.

Early life and career Born in Remscheid in 1955, Ernstberger graduated from high school in 1975. From 1990 to 1994, she was a research assistant at the University of Bayreuth. She was then elected to the Bundestag representing Hof, Bavaria in 1998. In 1996, she became chair of the German-Czech Parliamentary Group, having grown up 17 kilometers (10.5 miles) from the Czech border.

She left the Bundestag in 2017 after withdrawing her candidacy, citing fear of the SPD losing the seat.

Personal life Ernstberger is divorced and has two sons and two granddaughters.

Awards Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany

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Important facts

Born
11 November 1955, Remscheid
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician, university teacher, teacher
Nationality
Germany
Education
University of Bayreuth
Positions held
Member of the German Bundestag
Employers
University of Bayreuth
Awards
Bavarian Order of Merit; Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Petra Ernstberger?

German politician

When was Petra Ernstberger born?

Petra Ernstberger was born on 11 November 1955 in Remscheid.

What is Petra Ernstberger's occupation?

Petra Ernstberger is a politician, university teacher and teacher.

What nationality is Petra Ernstberger?

Petra Ernstberger is German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Petra Ernstberger

· Wikidata: Q1383164

· DBpedia: Petra Ernstberger

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