About Robert Krieps
Lived 1922 – 1990 (aged 67). Robert Krieps was a Luxembourgish politician and lawyer.
Robert Krieps (15 October 1922 – 1 August 1990) was a Luxembourgish politician. He was the President of the Luxembourg Socialist Workers' Party from 1980 until 1985, and served in the governments of Gaston Thorn and Jacques Santer as Minister of Justice (1974-1979; 1984-1989) and Minister of the Environment (1984-1989).
Krieps was the son of Ernestine (Ehlinger) and Adolphe Krieps. He was married to Renée Ketter. He was the grandfather of Luxembourgish actress Vicky Krieps.
As Minister of Justice, Krieps championed abolition of the death penalty which was accomplished in 1979.
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Who was Robert Krieps?
Luxembourgish politician (1922-1990)
When was Robert Krieps born?
Robert Krieps was born on 16 October 1922 in Dalheim.
When did Robert Krieps die?
Robert Krieps died on 1 August 1990 in Clamart.
What was Robert Krieps's occupation?
Robert Krieps was a politician and lawyer.
What nationality was Robert Krieps?
Robert Krieps was Luxembourgish.
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