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V. J. Sukselainen

1906 – 1995

Finnish politician

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About V. J. Sukselainen

Lived 1906 – 1995 (aged 88). V. J. Sukselainen was a Finnish politician, diplomat, university teacher, head of government, foreign minister and finance minister.

Vieno Johannes (V.J.) "Jussi" Sukselainen (12 October 1906 – 6 April 1995; surname until 1928 Saari), was twice Prime Minister of Finland and four times Speaker of the Parliament. He was President of the Nordic Council in 1972 and 1977. He also served as the fourth Director General of Kela, the Finnish social security agency, from 1954 until 1971.

Sukselainen was born in Paimio and died in Espoo. He was a member of the Centre Party.

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Important facts

Born
12 October 1906, Paimio
Birth century
20th century
Died
6 April 1995, Lohja
Occupation
Politician, diplomat, university teacher, head of government, foreign minister, finance minister
Nationality
Finland, Grand Duchy of Finland
Education
Tampere University, University of Helsinki
Positions held
Member of the Parliament of Finland, President of the Nordic Council, Leader of the Centre Party, Speaker of the Parliament of Finland
Awards
Grand Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta; Grand Cross of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; Cross of Liberty, 4th Class; Grand Star of People's Friendship; Grand Cordon of the Order of Leopold; Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog; Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Falcon; Grand Cross of the Order of Orange-Nassau; Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Polish People's Republic; Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Vasa; Great Golden Medal of Honour for Services to the Republic of Austria; Commander of the Order of Social Merit
Also known as
Vieno Johannes Sukselainen, Jussi Sukselainen, Vieno Johannes Saari, V.J. Sukselainen

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Frequently asked questions

Who was V. J. Sukselainen?

Finnish politician (1906–1995)

When was V. J. Sukselainen born?

V. J. Sukselainen was born on 12 October 1906 in Paimio.

When did V. J. Sukselainen die?

V. J. Sukselainen died on 6 April 1995 in Lohja.

What was V. J. Sukselainen's occupation?

V. J. Sukselainen was a politician, diplomat, university teacher, head of government, foreign minister and finance minister.

What nationality was V. J. Sukselainen?

V. J. Sukselainen was Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: V. J. Sukselainen

· Wikidata: Q708371

· DBpedia: V. J. Sukselainen

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