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Victor de Tornaco

1805 – 1875

Luxembourgish politician

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Lived 1805 – 1875 (aged 70). Victor de Tornaco was a Luxembourgish diplomat, politician and statesperson.

Baron Victor de Tornaco (; 5 July 1805 – 28 September 1875) was a Luxembourgish politician. An Orangist, he served as prime minister of Luxembourg for seven years, from 26 September 1860 until 3 December 1867.

Family His parents were Charles Auguste de Tornaco and Elisabeth de Berlo-Suys (1775–1856).

Life He studied in Paris at the Ecole polytechnique. In the years after the Belgian Revolution of 1830 he supported William I, King of the Netherlands and Grand-Duke of Luxembourg. From 1841 to 1848 he was a member of the Assembly of Estates. From 1848 to 1856 he was a member of the Chamber of Deputies, and from 1857 to 1860 of the re-established Assembly of Estates. Knight Grand Cross in the Order of the Oak Crown. Grand Cordon in the Order of Leopold. Knight of the Order of the Crown of Prussia. Knight in the Order of the Netherlands Lion. Commander in the Legion of Honour.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
École polytechnique
Positions held
Prime Minister of Luxembourg, Member of the Council of State, President of the Chamber of Deputies
Awards
Order of the Oak Crown

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Victor de Tornaco?

Luxembourgish politician (1805-1875)

When was Victor de Tornaco born?

Victor de Tornaco was born on 5 July 1805 in Sterpenich.

When did Victor de Tornaco die?

Victor de Tornaco died on 28 September 1875 in Voort.

What was Victor de Tornaco's occupation?

Victor de Tornaco was a diplomat, politician and statesperson.

What nationality was Victor de Tornaco?

Victor de Tornaco was Luxembourgish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Victor de Tornaco

· Wikidata: Q212178

· DBpedia: Victor de Tornaco

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