Gerhard de Geer the Elder
Swedish 19th century prime minister (1818–1896)
1818 — 1896
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Profession
Swedish 19th century prime minister (1818–1896)
Born
July 18, 1818
Died
1896 (age ~78)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
politician, jurist, university teacher
SwedenBorn in Risinge church parishDied in Kviinge church parish
1818
Born in Risinge church parish (1818-07-18)
1836
EducationStudied at Uppsala University
1853
Positionmember of the Riksdag of the Estates (1853–1866)
1855
PositionPresident of Göta Court of Appeal (1855–1858)
1858
PositionPrime Minister of Justice (1858–1870)
1858
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Baron Louis Gerard De Geer af Finspång was a Swedish statesman, lawyer, and writer who served as the first Prime Minister of Sweden from 1876 to 1880. He previously served as Prime Minister for Justice from 1858 to 1870. De Geer was the principal architect of the 1865 representation reform, replacing the Riksdag of the Estates with a bicameral parliament and playing a pivotal role in modernizing Swedish politics.
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Who is Gerhard de Geer the Elder?+
Baron Louis Gerard De Geer af Finspång was a Swedish statesman, lawyer, and writer who served as the first Prime Minister of Sweden from 1876 to 1880. He previously served as Prime Minister for Justice from 1858 to 1870. De Geer was the principal architect of the 1865 representation reform, replacin
What does the name Gerhard mean?+
The name Gerhard means "a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert". It is of German origin.
When was Gerhard de Geer the Elder born?+
Gerhard de Geer the Elder was born on July 18, 1818.
When did Gerhard de Geer the Elder die?+
Gerhard de Geer the Elder died in 1896, at approximately 78 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert
The name Gerhard is of German origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gerhard — July 18, 1818
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Cimi
Death — transformation, rebirth
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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