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Vihtori Viitanen

1863 – 1918

Finnish politician

Politician Prison officer
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About Vihtori Viitanen

Lived 1863 – 1918 (aged 55). Vihtori Viitanen was a Finnish politician and prison officer.

Viktor (Vihtori) Viitanen (18 November 1863, Honkilahti - 1918) was a Finnish prison officer and politician. He was a member of the Parliament of Finland from 1907 to 1908, representing the Social Democratic Party of Finland (SDP).

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Important facts

Born
18 November 1863, Honkilahti
Birth century
19th century
Died
14 December 1918, Vyborg
Occupation
Politician, prison officer
Nationality
Finland
Positions held
Member of the Parliament of Finland

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Vihtori Viitanen?

Finnish politician (1863-1918)

When was Vihtori Viitanen born?

Vihtori Viitanen was born on 18 November 1863 in Honkilahti.

When did Vihtori Viitanen die?

Vihtori Viitanen died on 14 December 1918 in Vyborg.

What was Vihtori Viitanen's occupation?

Vihtori Viitanen was a politician and prison officer.

What nationality was Vihtori Viitanen?

Vihtori Viitanen was Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Vihtori Viitanen

· Wikidata: Q17384633

· DBpedia: Vihtori Viitanen

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