Thorvald Stauning

Danish Prime Minister during the 1930s

Thorvald Stauning - Danish Prime Minister during the 1930s
Born

October 26th, 1873
152 years ago

Died

May 3rd, 1942
83 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Denmark

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Served as the Prime Minister of Denmark from 1929 to 1942, leading the country through significant economic challenges during the Great Depression. Stauning was a member of the Social Democrats and focused on welfare reforms, establishing the foundations of the modern Danish welfare state. He worked towards improving social conditions and was instrumental in creating policies that provided support for the unemployed and those in need. His leadership during a tumultuous period included navigating political changes and foreign pressures, particularly during the rise of Nazi Germany.

Led Denmark during the Great Depression

Established the Danish welfare state

Served as Prime Minister for 13 years

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