Ante Pavelić
Fascist dictator during WWII regime
Born
July 14th, 1889
135 years ago
Died
December 28th, 1959
65 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Croatia
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A Croatian politician and leader of the Ustaše movement, attained power during World War II. Ruled as the head of the Independent State of Croatia from 1941 until 1945. Implemented policies leading to significant persecution against Serbs, Jews, and Roma. After the war, fled into exile and lived in various countries, remaining a controversial figure in Croatian history until death in 1959 in Spain.
Established the Independent State of Croatia
Led a fascist regime responsible for brutal repression
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