Siegfried Buback

German attorney general and politician

Siegfried Buback - German attorney general and politician
Born

January 3rd, 1920
105 years ago

Died

1977
48 years ago — 57 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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A German lawyer and politician served as the Attorney General of Germany. In this role, oversaw significant legal reforms and the prosecution of high-profile criminal cases. Actively involved in politics, contributed to discussions surrounding legal and judicial matters during a crucial period in German history.

Served as Attorney General of Germany

Oversaw prosecutions related to left-wing extremism

Contributed to legal reforms in the 1970s

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