Ahmet Derviş
Turkish General and military leader
Born
1881
144 years ago
Died
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Turkey
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Ahmet Derviş served as a general in the Ottoman Empire and later in the Turkish War of Independence. He played a significant role in shaping the military strategies used during critical battles. Derviş participated in various campaigns and was involved in the establishment of the new Turkish state post-Ottoman rule. He was influential in military reforms and contributed to the modernization of the army during the tumultuous period of political change.
Led military operations during the Turkish War of Independence
Participated in significant battles for national sovereignty
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