Groes, Lis (1910–1074)

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Groes, Lis (1910–1074)

Danish politician. Name variations: Anne Lisbeth Groes. Born Anne Lisbeth Toersleff, Nov 2, 1910, in Denmark; died Mar 12, 1974; dau. of P. Madsen Lindegaard (1867–1918) and Signe Andrea Toersleff (1879–1975, headmistress); m. Ebbe Groes, Oct 15, 1936; children: Mette, Niels, Arne, Lise, Inge, Uffe, Birta, Thyge and Eske.

Social Democrat, served as minister of Trade, Industry and Shipping (1953–57); was also chair of the Association of Consumers.

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