Cornelio Sommaruga
Swiss diplomat and president of the International Committee of the Red Cross (1932-2024)
1932 — 2024
Quick Facts
Profession
Swiss diplomat and president of the International Committee of the Red Cross (1932-2024)
Born
December 29, 1932
Died
2024 (age ~92)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
jurist, diplomat
SwitzerlandBorn in RomeDied in Geneva
1932
Born in Rome (1932-12-29)
1992
Awardhonorary doctorate from the University of Nice-Sophia Antipolis
2001
AwardNorth–South Prize
2001
AwardPrince Carl Medal
2011
AwardMarcel Rudloff Prize of Tolerance
2024
Died in Geneva
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Cornelio Sommaruga?+
Cornelio Sommaruga is Swiss diplomat and president of the International Committee of the Red Cross (1932-2024). Born in 1932.
When was Cornelio Sommaruga born?+
Cornelio Sommaruga was born on December 29, 1932.
When did Cornelio Sommaruga die?+
Cornelio Sommaruga died in 2024, at approximately 92 years of age.
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Lamat
Star — harmony, beauty, abundance
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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