Ágoston Trefort

Hungarian jurist and Minister of Education

Ágoston Trefort - Hungarian jurist and Minister of Education
Born

1817
208 years ago

Died

August 22nd, 1888
136 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Hungary

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A prominent jurist and politician in Hungary, focused on educational reform and modernization. Served as the Minister of Education, implementing significant changes in the educational system. Played a critical role in promoting public education and accessibility to learning. Worked towards the establishment of a more structured and efficient education administration.

Served as Hungarian Minister of Education

Implemented educational reforms in Hungary

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