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Louis Ruchonnet

Swiss attorney and politician (1834-1893)

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Antoine Louis John Ruchonnet was a 19th-century Swiss attorney and politician. In 1864, he founded the Vaud Credit Union. After his election to the Federal Council in 1875, he declined to take his seat; he was elected again in 1881, this time taking office and sitting until his death in 1893.

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Born
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Place of birth
Lausanne wd
Died
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Place of death
Bern wd
Citizenship
Switzerland wd
Occupation
politician, lawyer wd
Political party
Free Democratic Party of Switzerland wd
Education
University of Lausanne wd

Positions held wd

  • President of the Swiss Confederation (1 January 1890 – 31 December 1890)
  • President of the Swiss Confederation (1 January 1883 – 31 December 1883)
  • Member of the Swiss Federal Council (10 December 1875 – 14 September 1893)
  • President of the Swiss National Council
  • Member of the Swiss National Council

Questions

When was Louis Ruchonnet born?
Louis Ruchonnet was born on 28 April 1834 in Lausanne.
What positions has Louis Ruchonnet held?
Positions held by Louis Ruchonnet include: President of the Swiss Confederation (1890–1890); President of the Swiss Confederation (1883–1883); Member of the Swiss Federal Council (1875–1893); President of the Swiss National Council; Member of the Swiss National Council.
Where did Louis Ruchonnet study?
Louis Ruchonnet was educated at University of Lausanne.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Louis Ruchonnet · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q662039 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Louis Ruchonnet.jpg by Unknown author Unknown author (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 11 November 2026

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