Benyoucef Benkhedda
Algerian pharmacist and politician
Born
1920
106 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Algeria
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Worked as a prominent figure in Algeria's fight for independence from French colonial rule. Served as the President of the Provisional Government during the Algerian War of Independence. Contributed to shaping post-independence Algeria's policies and development in various sectors, particularly healthcare and education.
Served as President of the Provisional Government of Algeria from 1958 to 1961.
Contributed to the establishment of Algeria's healthcare system post-independence.
Was involved in the nationalist movement during the Algerian War.
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