Dezső Pattantyús-Ábrahám

Hungarian politician and minister

Dezső Pattantyús-Ábrahám - Hungarian politician and minister
Born

July 10th, 1875
150 years ago

Died

August 25th, 1973
52 years ago — 98 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Hungary

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Born in 1875, a significant figure in Hungarian politics, served as Minister of Justice from 1920 to 1921. Contributed to legal reforms during his tenure in government. Participated in the drafting of important legislative measures that shaped the judicial landscape of Hungary in the early 20th century. Active in various political discussions of the era, advocating for modernization and transparency in legal processes.

Served as Minister of Justice

Contributed to legal reforms in Hungary

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