Henri Druey
Swiss lawyer and politician, 2nd President
Born
Died
1855
171 years ago — 56 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Switzerland
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A prominent Swiss lawyer and politician, served as the 2nd President of the Swiss Confederation in 1848. Played a significant role in the drafting of the first Federal Constitution of Switzerland. Druey's tenure included a focus on strengthening the federal government and promoting national unity. His advocacy for civil liberties and education reform also marked his political career during a transformative period in Swiss history.
Served as 2nd President of the Swiss Confederation
Contributed to the drafting of the Federal Constitution
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