Constant Fornerod

Constant Fornerod (May 30, 1819–November 27, 1899) was a Swiss politician, originally from Avenches, and member of the Swiss Federal Council (1855-1867).

He was elected to the Federal Council on July 11, 1855, as a representant for Vaud, and handed over office on October 31, 1867. He was affiliated with the Free Democratic Party.

During his time in office he held the following departments:

  • Department of Trade and Customs (1855 - 1856)
  • Political Department as President of the Confederation (1857)
  • Department of Trade and Customs (1858)
  • Department of Finance (1859 - 1861)
  • Military Department (1862)
  • Political Department as President of the Confederation (1863)
  • Military Department (1864 - 1866)
  • Political Department as President of the Confederation (1867).

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