Pieter Sjoerds Gerbrandy
Dutch politician and Prime Minister
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Netherlands
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Served as the Prime Minister of the Netherlands during World War II from 1940 to 1945. Advocated for the Dutch government-in-exile in London during the war. Played a significant role in post-war reconstruction efforts. Member of the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy and contributed to the rebuilding of Dutch democracy after the war.
Led the Dutch government-in-exile during WWII
Oversaw post-war reconstruction efforts
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