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1971 in Austria

Explore 4 historical events and records for Austria in 1971.

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Historical records for Austria in 1971

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November

4 November 1971

President of Austria

Benya, Anton · President of Austria · Government / Government of Austria

Appointed President of the National Council

Other events (month unknown)

1971

Deschooling Society

Illich, Ivan · Humanities / Social Science

Publication of "Deschooling Society"

1971

Election

Kreisky, Bruno · Chancellor · Government / Government of Austria

Calls fresh elections and wins an absolute majority

1971

Election

Waldheim, Kurt · Government / Government of Austria

Loses the election to become President of Austria

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