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Oscar von Sydow

July 12, 1873 – August 19, 1936

Swedish 20th century prime minister (1873-1936)

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Oscar Fredrik von Sydow, born 12 July 1873 in Kalmar, died 19 August 1936 in his home in Drottningholm, was a Swedish politician and civil servant. He was civil minister 1914–1917, prime minister February–October 1921, governor of Gothenburg and Bohus counties 1917–1934 and marshal 1934–1936.

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  • Birthday · July 12
  • Anniversary · August 19

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