Alfred Kubel

German politician, Prime Minister of Lower Saxony

Alfred Kubel - German politician, Prime Minister of Lower Saxony
Born

May 25th, 1909
115 years ago

Died

1999
26 years ago — 90 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

Links & References

Served as the Prime Minister of Lower Saxony from 1961 to 1970. Engaged in post-war politics and contributed to the rebuilding of the region. Held significant positions within the Social Democratic Party, influencing local and national policy. Worked on economic reforms and initiatives aimed at improving social welfare in Lower Saxony during the 1960s.

Served as the 5th Prime Minister of Lower Saxony

Influenced policies within the Social Democratic Party

Promoted economic reforms in Lower Saxony

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