Alberts Kviesis 1881 – 1944

Biography

Alberts Kviesis was born on December 22, 1881, in the town of Ērgļi, during a transformative period in Latvian history. He rose to prominence as a significant political figure in Latvia, eventually serving as president of the nation. Throughout his life, Kviesis worked in the political sphere, dedicating himself to the service of his country during crucial years of its development and independence.

On August 9, 1944, Kviesis passed away in Riga at the age of 62, his death resulting from a myocardial infarction. He was laid to rest at Forest Cemetery in Riga, where he remains honored. His legacy as a leader and statesman continues to be remembered as part of Latvia’s important political heritage during the early twentieth century.