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Valter Klauson

1913 – 1988

Estonian politician

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About Valter Klauson

Lived 1913 – 1988 (aged 74). Valter Klauson was an Estonian and Russian politician.

Valter Klauson (2 January 1914 – 5 December 1988) was a Soviet and Estonian politician.

From 1961 to 1984, he was a Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic. He was born in Tolmachyovo and died in Tallinn.

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Important facts

Born
20 December 1913, Tolmachyovo
Birth century
20th century
Died
5 December 1988, Tallinn, Moscow
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Estonia, Soviet Union
Education
Higher Party School at the Central Committee of the CPSU
Positions held
Deputy of the Supreme Soviet of the Soviet Union
Awards
Order of Lenin; Order of the October Revolution; Order of the Patriotic War, 1st class; Order of the Patriotic War, 2nd class; Order of the Red Banner of Labour; Order of Friendship of Peoples; Order of the Red Star

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Valter Klauson?

Estonian politician (1913–1988)

When was Valter Klauson born?

Valter Klauson was born on 20 December 1913 in Tolmachyovo.

When did Valter Klauson die?

Valter Klauson died on 5 December 1988 in Tallinn, Moscow.

What was Valter Klauson's occupation?

Valter Klauson was a politician.

What nationality was Valter Klauson?

Valter Klauson was Estonian and Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Valter Klauson

· Wikidata: Q2509578

· DBpedia: Valter Klauson

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