Johan Gabriel Ståhlberg

Finnish priest and father of a president

Johan Gabriel Ståhlberg - Finnish priest and father of a president
Born

1832
193 years ago

Died

September 8th, 1873
151 years ago — 41 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Finland

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Contributed to the religious and social life in Finland. Served as a priest within the Finnish Lutheran Church. Provided support and guidance during a time of national growth. Fathered K. J. Ståhlberg, who became the first President of Finland.

Served as a prominent priest in Finland

Fathered K. J. Ståhlberg, the first President of Finland

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