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Torsten Andersson

1909 – 1978

Swedish politician, chief editor and county governor

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Lived 1909 – 1978 (aged 68). Torsten Andersson was a Swedish politician and editor-in-chief.

Radio interview, ahead of elections in 1950. From the left; Herbert Claesson (Social Democrat), Holger Wigerz (Liberal), Jarl Hjalmarson (Conservative), Knut Olsson (Communist) and Torsten Andersson (Farmers' League).

Torsten Andersson (December 9, 1909 – March 11, 1978) was a Swedish politician. He was a member of the Centre Party and a member of the Swedish parliament 1953-1956 (lower house) and 1957-1968 (upper house). He was county governor of Gotland County 1968–1974.

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Important facts

Born
9 December 1909, Borås
Birth century
20th century
Died
11 March 1978, Borås, Borås Gustav Adolfs church parish
Occupation
Politician, editor-in-chief
Nationality
Sweden
Positions held
Substitute member of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, Representative of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, Member of the First Chamber, Member of the Second Chamber

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Torsten Andersson?

Swedish politician, chief editor and county governor (1909-1978)

When was Torsten Andersson born?

Torsten Andersson was born on 9 December 1909 in Borås.

When did Torsten Andersson die?

Torsten Andersson died on 11 March 1978 in Borås, Borås Gustav Adolfs church parish.

What was Torsten Andersson's occupation?

Torsten Andersson was a politician and editor-in-chief.

What nationality was Torsten Andersson?

Torsten Andersson was Swedish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Torsten Andersson

· Wikidata: Q16008322

· DBpedia: Torsten Andersson (politician)

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