# Hjalmar Branting

> Prime Minister of Sweden (1860-1925)

**Wikidata**: [Q53620](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q53620)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hjalmar_Branting)  
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## Summary

Hjalmar Branting was born on November 23, 1860, in Klara Church Parish[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11] and died on February 24, 1925, in Stockholm City[12][7][2][4][13][1][14][5][9]. A citizen of Sweden, he belonged to the Church of Sweden. He was the son of Lars Gabriel Branting[15][9] and Emerentia Maria Charlotta af Georgii[9]. He married Anna Branting in 1884[10][11][9], and they had two children, Georg Branting and Sonja Branting-Westerståhl[10][11][9]. He was educated at Uppsala University[9][16] and was buried at Adolf Fredrik Church cemetery[17].Professionally, Branting worked as a politician, diplomat, journalist, and editing staff[18][9][16][11]. His political career included serving as a member of the Second Chamber from 1897 to 1925[18][9][16]. He held the office of Prime Minister of Sweden on three separate occasions: in 1920, from 1921 to 1923, and from 1924 to 1925[18][9][16]. For his efforts, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize[19][20][9].

## Summary
Hjalmar Branting was a Swedish politician who served as Prime Minister of Sweden from 1920 to 1923 and again from 1923 to 1925. He is best known for receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in 1921 for his role in establishing the League of Nations and promoting international cooperation.

## Biography
- Born: November 23, 1860, in Stockholm, Sweden
- Nationality: Swedish
- Education: Studied law at Uppsala University
- Known for: Advocating for Swedish neutrality, founding the Branting I Cabinet, and winning the Nobel Peace Prize
- Employer(s): Swedish government, League of Nations
- Field(s): Political leadership, international diplomacy

## Contributions
- **Branting I Cabinet**: Led Sweden's government from 1920 to 1923 and again from 1923 to 1925, implementing policies that strengthened Sweden's role in international diplomacy.
- **Nobel Peace Prize**: Awarded in 1921 for his efforts in promoting the League of Nations and international cooperation.
- **The Branting Monument**: Commissioned in Stockholm to honor his contributions to Swedish politics and diplomacy.

## FAQs
**What was Hjalmar Branting's role in Swedish politics?**
Hjalmar Branting served as Prime Minister of Sweden twice, first from 1920 to 1923 and then from 1923 to 1925. He was a key figure in shaping Sweden's foreign policy and international relations.

**What is Hjalmar Branting most famous for?**
Hjalmar Branting is most famous for receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in 1921 for his efforts in establishing the League of Nations and promoting international cooperation.

**Where did Hjalmar Branting study?**
Hjalmar Branting studied law at Uppsala University, one of Sweden's oldest and most prestigious universities.

**What was the Branting I Cabinet?**
The Branting I Cabinet was the Swedish government led by Hjalmar Branting from 1920 to 1923 and again from 1923 to 1925. It played a significant role in shaping Sweden's political and diplomatic landscape.

**What is the Branting Monument?**
The Branting Monument is a statue in Stockholm dedicated to Hjalmar Branting, honoring his contributions to Swedish politics and diplomacy.

## Why They Matter
Hjalmar Branting's work had a lasting impact on Swedish politics and international diplomacy. His leadership during the Branting I Cabinet helped strengthen Sweden's role in the League of Nations and promoted international cooperation. His Nobel Peace Prize recognition solidified his legacy as a key figure in modern Swedish history. The Branting Monument in Stockholm serves as a permanent reminder of his contributions to the nation.

## Notable For
- Nobel Peace Prize winner in 1921 for promoting the League of Nations and international cooperation
- Prime Minister of Sweden from 1920 to 1923 and again from 1923 to 1925
- Founder of the Branting I Cabinet, which shaped Sweden's political and diplomatic landscape
- Commissioned the Branting Monument in Stockholm to honor his contributions to Swedish politics and diplomacy

## Body
### Early Life and Education
Hjalmar Branting was born on November 23, 1860, in Stockholm, Sweden. He studied law at Uppsala University, one of Sweden's oldest and most prestigious universities. His education laid the foundation for his future career in politics and diplomacy.

### Political Career
Hjalmar Branting served as Prime Minister of Sweden twice, first from 1920 to 1923 and then from 1923 to 1925. During his tenure, he played a significant role in shaping Sweden's foreign policy and international relations. His leadership during the Branting I Cabinet helped strengthen Sweden's role in the League of Nations and promoted international cooperation.

### Nobel Peace Prize
In 1921, Hjalmar Branting was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in promoting the League of Nations and international cooperation. This prestigious recognition solidified his legacy as a key figure in modern Swedish history.

### The Branting Monument
To honor Hjalmar Branting's contributions to Swedish politics and diplomacy, a monument was commissioned in Stockholm. The Branting Monument serves as a permanent reminder of his impact on the nation.

### Legacy
Hjalmar Branting's work had a lasting impact on Swedish politics and international diplomacy. His leadership during the Branting I Cabinet and his Nobel Peace Prize recognition continue to influence modern Swedish history. The Branting Monument in Stockholm stands as a testament to his enduring legacy.

## References

1. [Swedish Census 1890](https://sok.riksarkivet.se/?postid=Folk_100327801#tab)
2. [1900 Sweden Census](https://sok.riksarkivet.se/?postid=Folk_113961845)
3. K Hjalmar Branting. Dictionary of Swedish National Biography
4. Sveriges dödbok
5. [Klara kyrkoarkiv, Dopböcker över äkta barn, SE/SSA/0010/C I b/9 (1851-1861), bildid: C0056125_00206. Swedish church birth records](https://sok.riksarkivet.se/bildvisning/C0056125_00206?c=0&m=0&s=0&cv=0#?cv=205&z=4123.2537%2C759.4458%2C2892.2739%2C1733.34&c=0&m=0&s=0)
6. Two-Chamber Parliament 1867–1970.
7. [Gustav Vasa kyrkoarkiv, Död- och begravningsböcker, SE/SSA/6021/F I/5 (1923-1926), bildid: 00050436_00087. burial register](https://sok.riksarkivet.se/bildvisning/00050436_00087?c=0&m=0&s=0&cv=0#?cv=86&z=-23.3997%2C1243.2578%2C2917.1448%2C1748.2451)
8. BnF authorities
9. [Swedish Census 1880](https://sok.riksarkivet.se/?postid=Folk_117527597)
10. [Svensk rikskalender 1909](https://runeberg.org/rikskal/1909/0187.html)
11. [Swedish portrait gallery : XXV:2. The second chamber of the Riksdag 1867-1904](https://runeberg.org/spg/25-2/0049.html)
12. [Sveriges Riksdag 1924 : portrait album](https://runeberg.org/svriks24/0065.html)
13. HJALMAR BRANTING FÖDD 23.11 1860 DÖD 24.2 1925 ARBETARLEDAREN FREDSKÄMPEN STATSMANNEN. Gravstensinventeringen
14. [Source](http://www.nobelprize.org/nobel_prizes/peace/laureates/1921/)
15. [Source](https://www.nobelprize.org/nobel_prizes/about/amounts/)
16. International Standard Name Identifier
17. Virtual International Authority File
18. [Source](http://hdl.handle.net/10622/ARCH00108)
19. Encyclopædia Britannica Online
20. Discogs
21. Brockhaus Enzyklopädie
22. Croatian Encyclopedia
23. Great Soviet Encyclopedia (1969–1978)
24. SNAC
25. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
26. [Stockholmskällan](https://stockholmskallan.stockholm.se/post/28967)
27. [Ämne: Branting. Anbytarforum](https://forum.genealogi.se/index.php?topic=68976.msg980099#msg980099)
28. [Hjalmar Branting talar inför en stor publik på Norra Latins gård, vy mot Barnhusgatan, om författningsfrågan - bland annat kvinnlig rösträttTid. Stockholmskällan](https://stockholmskallan.stockholm.se/post/16519)
29. Sveriges Radio
30. [Svart på vitt Per Albin, Branting och polisen. Sveriges Television](https://www.oppetarkiv.se/video/7060591/svart-pa-vitt)
31. [Source](https://runeberg.org/pk/1936/0096.html)
32. Dictionary of Swedish National Biography
33. nobelprize.org
34. [Source](https://github.com/welfare-state-analytics/riksdagen-corpus/issues/252#issuecomment-1516541538)
35. LIBRIS. 2012