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How long did Urho Kekkonen serve as a member of Parliament?

  • 15 years

  • 20 years

  • Between his rise to presidency

  • 25 years

Answer

Urho Kekkonen served as a member of the Finnish Parliament from 1936 to 1956, except for a period from 1944 to 1948 when he was Minister of the Interior. He was also the President of Finland from 1956 to 1981.
The Legacy of Urho Kekkonen: Exploring the President who Led Finland for Decades

The Legacy of Urho Kekkonen: Exploring the President who Led Finland for Decades

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