About Richard Övel
Lived 1894 – 1957 (aged 62). Richard Övel was an Estonian politician, lawyer and civil servant.
Richard Övel (21 November 1894 – 11 January 1957) was the Chancellor of Justice of Estonia from 1944 to 1949. He was appointed the position of Chancellor of Justice in September 1944 when Prime Minister Jüri Uluots appointed a new government headed by Otto Tief.
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Who was Richard Övel?
Estonian lawyer and politician (1894-1957)
When was Richard Övel born?
Richard Övel was born on 9 October 1894.
When did Richard Övel die?
Richard Övel died on 11 January 1957.
What was Richard Övel's occupation?
Richard Övel was a politician, lawyer and civil servant.
What nationality was Richard Övel?
Richard Övel was Estonian.
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