Kurt Waldheim
Kurt Waldheim was an Austrian politician and diplomat who served as the President of Austria from 1986 to 1992. His tenure was marked by controversy due to allegations of his involvement with the Nazi regime during World War II, which he denied. Despite the scrutiny, Waldheim remained a significant figure in Austrian politics until his departure from office.
Born on Dec 21, 1918 (107 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austria | 1 | 7.00 | 0.16% | +0% | 9,006,398 | 14,765 | $450,000 | 738$ |
| Totals | 1 | 9,006,398 | 14,765 | $450,000 | 738$ |
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Austria:
Dr. Kurt Waldheim ran for the presidency of Austria in 1986 as a candidate for the ÖVP.
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Switzerland:
Kurt Waldheim is mentioned as the Austrian president who concealed his Nazi past.
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Switzerland:
Kurt Waldheim was an Austrian politician whose past during the Nazi regime became a topic of controversy during his presidential campaign.
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Peru:
Kurt Waldheim was elected Secretary-General of the UN.
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United Kingdom:
Arnett visited Pyongyang, North Korea, in 1979, taking this photograph of children performing for then-UN Secretary General Kurt Waldheim.
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Austria:
Kurt Waldheim was involved in controversial actions during World War II, which were highlighted in a report by an international historian commission.
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Montenegro:
Kurt Waldheim served as the Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1972 to 1981 and later became the President of Austria.
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Panama:
Kurt Waldheim is mentioned as a Nazi who was elected as UN Secretary-General.
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Iraq:
Kurt Waldheim was previously condemned for his ties to the Zionist movement.
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Italy:
Kurt Waldheim was the Austrian minister who participated in the negotiations for South Tyrol's autonomy.
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