Max Petitpierre

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Max Petitpierre (February 26, 1899 - March 25, 1994) was a Swiss politician, jurist and member of the Swiss Federal Council, heading the Political Department (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) (1944-1961).

Max Petitpierre
Max Petitpierre

He was elected to the Swiss Federal Council on December 14, 1944 and handed over office on June 30, 1961. He was affiliated to the Free Democratic Party.

During his time in office he held the Political Department (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) and was President of the Confederation three times in 1950, 1955 and 1960.

He died a peaceful death at the age of 95

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Preceded by
Marcel Pilet-Golaz
Member of the Swiss Federal Council
1944–1961
Succeeded by
Hans Schaffner