Sabine Bergmann-Pohl
German politician, last leader of East Germany
1946 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
German politician, last leader of East Germany
Born
April 20, 1946
Age
~80 years
Name Origin
German
Timeline
physician, politician, minister
German Democratic RepublicBorn in Eisenach
1946
Born in Eisenach (1946-04-20)
1990
Positionmember of the German Bundestag (1990–1990)
1990
Positionmember of the German Bundestag (1990–1994)
1990
Positionmember of the Volkskammer (1990–1990)
1991
PositionParliamentary Secretary in Germany (1991–1998)
1994
Positionmember of the German Bundestag (1994–1998)
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Sabine Bergmann-Pohl is a German doctor and politician. A member of the Christian Democratic Union of Germany (CDU), she was president of the Volkskammer of East Germany from April to October 1990. During this time, she was also the interim head of state of East Germany, holding both posts until the state's merger into West Germany in October. She was the youngest, only female and the last head of state of East Germany. After the reunification of Germany, she served in the government of Chancellor Helmut Kohl, first as Minister for Special Affairs, one of five appointed in October 1990 to provide representation for the last East German government in the Kohl cabinet, then as Parliamentary State Secretary in the Ministry of Health for the remainder of Chancellor Kohl's time in office.
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Who is Sabine Bergmann-Pohl?+
Sabine Bergmann-Pohl is a German doctor and politician. A member of the Christian Democratic Union of Germany (CDU), she was president of the Volkskammer of East Germany from April to October 1990. During this time, she was also the interim head of state of East Germany, holding both posts until the
What does the name Sabine mean?+
The name Sabine means "A female given name.. Etymology: From the - saint's name Sabina.". It is of German origin.
When was Sabine Bergmann-Pohl born?+
Sabine Bergmann-Pohl was born on April 20, 1946.
Name Meaning
A female given name.. Etymology: From the - saint's name Sabina.
The name Sabine is of German origin, meaning "A female given name.. Etymology: From the - saint's name Sabina.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Sabine — April 20, 1946
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
1 Lamat
Star — harmony, beauty, abundance
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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