About Theodor Rõuk
Lived 1891 – 1940 (aged 48). Theodor Rõuk was an Estonian politician, lawyer and military personnel.
Theodor Rõuk (14 December 1891 – 21 July 1940) was an Estonian lawyer, politician and soldier.
Rõuk was born in Kabala Parish (now, part of Türi Parish). In 1924 he was Minister of Internal Affairs. Following the Soviet occupation of Estonia in 1940, Rõuk committed suicide in Tallinn, aged 48.
His granddaughter is diplomat and translator Piret Saluri.
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Who was Theodor Rõuk?
Estonian politician (1891-1940)
When was Theodor Rõuk born?
Theodor Rõuk was born on 14 December 1891 in Kabala Rural Municipality.
When did Theodor Rõuk die?
Theodor Rõuk died on 21 July 1940.
What was Theodor Rõuk's occupation?
Theodor Rõuk was a politician, lawyer and military personnel.
What nationality was Theodor Rõuk?
Theodor Rõuk was Estonian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Theodor Rõuk. https://biography.guide/theodor-rouk/
MLA: "Theodor Rõuk." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/theodor-rouk/.
Chicago: "Theodor Rõuk." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/theodor-rouk/.
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