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Victor Ruffy

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Victor Ruffy (January 18, 1823 - December 29, 1869) was a Swiss politician.

He was elected to the Federal Council of Switzerland on December 6, 1867, and died in office on December 29, 1869. He was affiliated with the Free Democratic Party of Switzerland.

During his time in office he held the following departments:

Preceded by
Constant Fornerod
Member of the Swiss Federal Council
1867-1869
Succeeded by
Paul Cérésole