Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg

German politician and former defense minister

Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg - German politician and former defense minister
Born

December 5th, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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Held the position of Federal Minister of Defence in Germany from 2009 to 2011. Oversaw the German military during a period of increased involvement in Afghanistan. Studied law and pursued a career in politics, becoming a member of the Christian Social Union. Resigned in 2011 amid a plagiarism scandal related to a doctoral thesis.

Served as Federal Minister of Defence

Managed military operations in Afghanistan

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