Johann Friedrich Struensee
Physician and politician in Denmark
Born
1737
289 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Denmark
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Served as a court physician in Denmark. In 1770, appointed as a Minister of State, Struensee implemented significant reforms aimed at modernizing Danish governance and administration. Reforms included abolishing censorship, enhancing educational opportunities, and promoting civil liberties. His tenure was marked by tension with the monarchy, leading to a coup. Struensee was arrested, tried, and executed in 1772.
Implemented reforms in Danish governance
Abolished censorship and promoted education
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