Ali Fuat Cebesoy
Turkish General and Politician
Born
1882
144 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Turkey
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Served as a prominent general during the Turkish War of Independence. Held the role of the 6th Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey from 1946 to 1948. Engaged in military tactics and strategies that shaped the modern Turkish state. Contributed to the establishment of the new Republic.
Served as the 6th Speaker of the Parliament
Significant role in the Turkish War of Independence
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