Ulrich Ochsenbein 1811 – 1890

Biography

Ulrich Ochsenbein was born on November 11, 1811, in the small Swiss community of Unterlangenegg. He would go on to become a notable figure in Swiss political life, serving as a member of the Swiss Federal Council. His career reflected the significance he held during a formative period in Swiss history, when the young federation was establishing its institutions and governance structures.

Ochsenbein’s life spanned nearly eight decades, ending on November 3, 1890, in Port. He was laid to rest in Nidau, in the Biel/Bienne administrative district, where his legacy remained anchored to the Swiss landscape. Though detailed records of his specific accomplishments and personal life are limited, his tenure on the Federal Council stands as a testament to the trust his contemporaries placed in his leadership and judgment.