Jean-Marie Musy

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Jean-Marie Musy (April 10, 1876 - April 19, 1952) was a Swiss politician.

He was elected to the Federal Council of Switzerland on December 11, 1919, and handed over office on April 30, 1934. He was affiliated with the Christian Democratic People's Party of Switzerland.

During his time in office he held the Department of Finance and was President of the Confederation twice, in 1925 and 1930.

During World War II he, along with his son Benoît Nicolas Musy, released over 1200 prisoners from the Concentration camp Theresienstadt.

Preceded by
Gustave Ador
Member of the Swiss Federal Council
1919–1934
Succeeded by
Philipp Etter