Augusts Kirhenšteins, formerly spelt Kirchenšteins, was a Latvian and Soviet microbiologist, politician and educator. He was the de facto prime minister of Latvia from 20 June 1940 to 25 August 1940 a
The prime minister of Latvia is the most powerful member of the Government of Latvia, who presides over the Latvian Cabinet of Ministers. The officeholder is nominated by the president of Latvia, but
Augusts Kirhenšteins
…Kirhenšteins in 1942 President of Latvia In office 21 July 1940 – 25 August 1940 Preceded by Kārlis Ulmanis Succeeded by Position abolished (de facto) Prime Minister of Latvia In office 17 June 1940 – 25 August 1940 President Kārlis Ulmanis Himself Preceded by Kārlis Ulmanis Succeeded by Position abolished (de facto) Chairman…