Bohumír Šmeral
Czech politician and activist
Born
October 25th, 1880
144 years ago
Died
1941
84 years ago — 61 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Czech Republic
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Political activities focused on social democracy and promoting workers' rights in Czechoslovakia. Served as a member of the Czechoslovak National Council. Contributed to the establishment of the Czechoslovak Republic in 1918. Engaged in labor issues and advocated for social justice throughout the early 20th century.
Served as a member of the Czechoslovak National Council
Promoted social democracy and workers' rights
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