Luigi Einaudi

Italian economist and politician, 2nd President

Luigi Einaudi - Italian economist and politician, 2nd President
Born

March 24th, 1874
151 years ago

Died

October 30th, 1961
63 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Born in 1874, an economist and politician held the office of the second President of the Italian Republic from 1948 to 1955. Worked initially as a professor of economics and contributed to various academic publications. Actively participated in the drafting of the Italian Constitution as a member of the Constitutional Assembly after World War II. Served as a member of the Italian Senate and held several other governmental roles throughout his career.

Served as the 2nd President of Italy

Contributed to the Italian Constitution

Published works on economics

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