When was Hans Modrow born?

Hans Modrow was born on 27 January 1928 in Jasienica.

What positions has Hans Modrow held?

Positions held by Hans Modrow include: Member of the European Parliament (1999–2004); member of the German Bundestag (1990–1994); member of the German Bundestag (1990–1990); Prime Minister of East Germany (1989–1990); member of the Volkskammer.

Where did Hans Modrow study?

Hans Modrow was educated at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.

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Hans Modrow

German politician (1928–2023)

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Hans Modrow was a German politician best known as the last communist premier of East Germany.

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Born: 27 January 1928 wd
Place of birth: Jasienica wd
Died: 10 February 2023 wd
Place of death: Berlin wd
Citizenship: East Germany, Germany wd
Occupation: politician, economist, mechanical technician wd
Political party: Die Linke (2007–2023), Party of Democratic Socialism (1989–2007), Socialist Unity Party of Germany (1949–1989) wd
Education: Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin wd

Positions held wd

Member of the European Parliament (20 July 1999 – 19 July 2004)
member of the German Bundestag (20 December 1990 – 10 November 1994)
member of the German Bundestag (3 October 1990 – 20 December 1990)
Prime Minister of East Germany (18 November 1989 – 12 April 1990)
member of the Volkskammer

Awards wd

Order of Karl Marx
Patriotic Order of Merit in Gold (1983)
Banner of Labor
Fritz Heckert Medal
Order of Friendship (2017)
Patriotic Order of Merit in Silver (1074)
Medal of Merit of the National People's Army in Gold (1979)
Medal for Fighters Against Fascism

Questions

When was Hans Modrow born?: Hans Modrow was born on 27 January 1928 in Jasienica.
What positions has Hans Modrow held?: Positions held by Hans Modrow include: Member of the European Parliament (1999–2004); member of the German Bundestag (1990–1994); member of the German Bundestag (1990–1990); Prime Minister of East Germany (1989–1990); member of the Volkskammer.
Where did Hans Modrow study?: Hans Modrow was educated at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.

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