Hjalmar Branting
Hjalmar Branting was a Swedish politician who served as the leader of the Swedish Social Democratic Party and was the first Social Democratic Prime Minister of Sweden.
Political Figure
November 23, 1860
February 24, 1925
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Hjalmar Branting (1860-1925) was a notable Swedish politician who led the Swedish Social Democratic Party and became the country’s first Social Democratic Prime Minister in 1920. Throughout his three terms as Prime Minister, Branting focused on expanding social welfare programs, implementing universal suffrage, and promoting peace during World War I. He played a significant role in establishing the Nordic Council and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1921 for his efforts towards disarmament and global peace. Furthermore, Branting was a strong supporter of animal rights and vegetarianism.