About Victor Ruffy
Lived 1823 – 1869 (aged 46). Victor Ruffy was a Swiss politician, lawyer and judge.
Victor Ruffy (18 January 1823 in Lutry – 29 December 1869) was a Swiss politician elected to the Federal Council of Switzerland on 6 December 1867
He died in office on 29 December 1869, and was affiliated with the Free Democratic Party of Switzerland.
During his time in office he held the following departments: Department of Finance (1868) Military Department (1869)
His son Eugène Ruffy (1854–1919) was member of the Federal Council from 1893 to 1899.
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Who was Victor Ruffy?
member of the Swiss Federal Council (1823-1869)
When was Victor Ruffy born?
Victor Ruffy was born on 18 January 1823 in Lutry.
When did Victor Ruffy die?
Victor Ruffy died on 29 December 1869 in Lutry.
What was Victor Ruffy's occupation?
Victor Ruffy was a politician, lawyer and judge.
What nationality was Victor Ruffy?
Victor Ruffy was Swiss.
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