Jacob Sturm von Sturmeck

German lawyer and politician

Jacob Sturm von Sturmeck - German lawyer and politician
Born

August 10th, 1489
535 years ago

Died

October 30th, 1553
471 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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Born in 1489, a prominent German lawyer and politician engaged in the political life of the Holy Roman Empire. His work in the legal field contributed to the administration of justice during a transformative period in German history. Active in the city of Strasbourg, held significant civic roles and played a critical part in the development of municipal law. Involved in early Protestant circles, influencing local governance and legal reforms.

Contributed to legal reforms in Strasbourg

Influenced local governance during the Reformation

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