Eugen Ritter von Knilling (1 August 1865 – 20 October 1927)[1] was the Prime Minister of Bavaria from 1922 to 1924.

From 1912 to 1918, he served as the minister for education in the government of the Kingdom of Bavaria.

In September 1923, following a period of turmoil, Knilling declared martial law, appointing Gustav von Kahr as State Commissar with almost dictatorial powers.

In 1924, he resigned, exasperated with politics, and returned to a civil service post.

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