Ola Ullsten 1931 – 2018

Biography

Ola Ullsten was born on June 23, 1931, in Umeå landsförsamling, in northern Sweden. He went on to become a prominent figure in Swedish politics, dedicating much of his life to public service and political leadership during a significant period in his nation’s history.

In 1978, Ullsten reached the pinnacle of his political career when he was appointed Prime Minister of Sweden, a position he held for one year, from October 1978 to October 1979. During this time, he guided the country through important domestic and international matters, leaving his mark on Swedish governance during the late 1970s.

Ullsten passed away on May 28, 2018, in Öja District, after a long life of contribution to his country. He was laid to rest at Grötlingbo cemetery in Region Gotland, Sweden, where he remains remembered by those who knew him and by those who study Swedish political history. His tenure as Prime Minister stands as a notable chapter in Sweden’s democratic tradition.