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Rainer von Fieandt

1890 – 1972

Finnish politician

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About Rainer von Fieandt

Lived 1890 – 1972 (aged 81). Rainer von Fieandt was a Finnish politician, banker, lawyer, jurist and head of government.

Berndt Rainer von Fieandt (26 December 1890 – 28 April 1972) was a Finnish banker and official without party affiliation. He was appointed as the Governor of the Bank of Finland in 1955 before being appointed by the President to form a cabinet. He served as the Prime Minister of Finland in 1957 and 1958.

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Important facts

Born

26 December 1890, Turku

Birth century

19th century

Died

28 April 1972, Helsinki

Occupation

Politician, banker, lawyer, jurist, head of government

Nationality

Finland, Grand Duchy of Finland

Positions held

Prime Minister of Finland, Governor of the Bank of Finland

Awards

Memorial medal of the War of Liberation; Cross of Liberty, 1st Class; Grand Cross of the Order of the Lion of Finland; Grand Cross of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; Commanders Grand Cross of the Order of the Polar Star; Great Cross with Star and Sash of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany; Order of the German Eagle

Also known as

Berndt Rainer von Fieandt

Contemporaries

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Augusto Righi

1850 – 1920

Physicist

Edward Albert Sharpey-Schäfer

1850 – 1935

Physician

Henry Louis Le Châtelier

Frequently asked questions

Who was Rainer von Fieandt?

Finnish politician (1890–1972)

When was Rainer von Fieandt born?

Rainer von Fieandt was born on 26 December 1890 in Turku.

When did Rainer von Fieandt die?

Rainer von Fieandt died on 28 April 1972 in Helsinki.

What was Rainer von Fieandt's occupation?

Rainer von Fieandt was a politician, banker, lawyer, jurist and head of government.

What nationality was Rainer von Fieandt?

Rainer von Fieandt was Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Rainer von Fieandt

· Wikidata: Q824517

· DBpedia: Rainer von Fieandt

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