Abdul Salam Arif
Iraqi politician and military leader
Born
1921
104 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Iraq
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Served as the 2nd President of Iraq from 1963 until death in 1966. Held the rank of colonel in the Iraqi Army. Came to power following a coup that ousted the previous regime. Advocated for modernization and sought to improve Iraq's relationships with other Arab nations.
Served as the 2nd President of Iraq
Led during a period of political change
Promoted Arab nationalism and modernization
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