Abdul Fattah Ismail

Yemeni educator and 4th President

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

Links & References

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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