Bảo Đại
Vietnamese emperor with abdication

Born
October 22nd, 1913
111 years ago
Died
July 30th, 1997
28 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Vietnam
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Reigned as the last emperor of Vietnam from 1926 to 1945. His rule saw significant challenges during a time of colonial pressure, Japanese occupation, and the rise of nationalist movements. Abdicated in the face of the August Revolution in 1945 and later became a head of state during the State of Vietnam from 1949 to 1955. His reign was marked by efforts of modernization amidst the backdrop of significant political upheaval.
Reigned as the last emperor of Vietnam
Abdicated in 1945 due to nationalist movements
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