Molly Geertsema
Dutch politician, Deputy Prime Minister
Born
October 18th, 1918
107 years ago
Died
1991
34 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Netherlands
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Served as Deputy Prime Minister of the Netherlands. Worked as a lawyer in the Dutch legal system. Played a significant role in multiple governmental reforms and policies during her tenure. Engaged in various political activities advocating for civil rights and social welfare.
Served as Deputy Prime Minister from 1973 to 1977
Promoted reforms in the Dutch legal system
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