List of presidents of Austria
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This is a list of presidents of Austria since the establishment of that office in 1919.
List of officeholders (1920–present)
Presidents of Austria during the Interwar period
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Presidents of Austria after the end of World War II
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Timeline
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Graphical representation
This is a graphical lifespan timeline of the Presidents of Austria since 1945. They are listed in order of first assuming office.
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See also
- History of Austria
- Politics of Austria
- Emperor of Austria
- President of Austria
- Chancellor of Austria
Notes
References
External links
- Official Website of the Austrian President
- Austria: Heads of State: 1918–1938 and 1938–2017