When was Gillis Bildt born?

Gillis Bildt was born on 16 October 1820 in Gothenburg.

What positions has Gillis Bildt held?

Positions held by Gillis Bildt include: Prime Minister of Sweden (1888–1889); member of the First Chamber (1887–1894); Marshal of the Realm (1886–1894); ambassador of Sweden to Germany (1874–1886); member of the First Chamber (1867–1874).

Where did Gillis Bildt study?

Gillis Bildt was educated at Military Academy Karlberg.

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Gillis Bildt

Swedish 19th century prime minister (1820-1894)

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Baron Didrik Anders Gillis Bildt was a Swedish politician and military officer who served as Prime Minister of Sweden from 1888 to 1889. As widely respected general, he was appointed head of government by King Oscar II during a tense political deadlock regarding protectionist tariff policy. He is the great-great-grandfather of Carl Bildt, prime minister from 1991 to 1994.

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Born: 16 October 1820 wd
Place of birth: Gothenburg wd
Died: 22 October 1894 wd
Place of death: The Royal Court Parish wd
Citizenship: Sweden wd
Occupation: diplomat, politician, military personnel wd
Education: Military Academy Karlberg wd

Positions held wd

Prime Minister of Sweden (6 February 1888 – 12 October 1889)
member of the First Chamber (1887–1894)
Marshal of the Realm (1886–1894)
ambassador of Sweden to Germany (1874–1886)
member of the First Chamber (1867–1874)
Over-Governor of Stockholm (1862–1874)
commanding officer (17 July 1858 – 13 May 1862)
governor of Gotland County (1858–1862)
member of the Riksdag of the Estates (1847–1867)

Awards wd

Order of the Red Eagle 1st Class
Royal Order of the Seraphim (1873)
Commanders Grand Cross of the Order of the Polar Star (1866)
Order of the Sword - Commander Grand Cross (1872)
Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St. Olav‎
Order of the Black Eagle
Order of the Crown
Order of the Medjidie
Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour
1st class, Order of the Medjidie
Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour

Questions

When was Gillis Bildt born?: Gillis Bildt was born on 16 October 1820 in Gothenburg.
What positions has Gillis Bildt held?: Positions held by Gillis Bildt include: Prime Minister of Sweden (1888–1889); member of the First Chamber (1887–1894); Marshal of the Realm (1886–1894); ambassador of Sweden to Germany (1874–1886); member of the First Chamber (1867–1874).
Where did Gillis Bildt study?: Gillis Bildt was educated at Military Academy Karlberg.

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