Augusts Kirhenšteins
Former Prime Minister of Latvia
Augusts Kirhenšteins, formerly spelt Kirchenšteins, was a Latvian and Soviet microbiologist, politician and educator. He was the de facto prime minister of Latvia from 20 June 1940 to 25 August 1940 and Acting de facto President of Latvia from 21... Wikipedia
Born: September 18, 1872, Mazsalaca, Latvia
Died: November 3, 1963 (age 91 years), Riga, Latvia
Awards: Hero of Socialist Labour, Order of Lenin, Legion of Honour, and more
Previous office: Prime Minister of Latvia (1940–1940)
Education: University of Latvia (1923), Tartu Veterinary Institute (1893–1901), and Alexander- und Lomonossow-Gymnasium (1888–1893)