Abdul Fattah Ismail
Yemeni educator and 4th President
Born
1939
86 years ago
Died
January 13th, 1986
39 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Yemen
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Served as the 4th president of South Yemen from 1969 until 1978. Played a significant role in the establishment of a socialist state in South Yemen. Worked as an educator prior to entering politics, promoting educational reforms. Led efforts to align the country with socialist principles and strengthen ties with other socialist states.
Led South Yemen as president from 1969 to 1978
Established a socialist government
Promoted educational reforms in South Yemen
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