Celâl Bayar

Turkish politician, 3rd President of Turkey

Celâl Bayar - Turkish politician, 3rd President of Turkey
Born

May 16th, 1883
141 years ago

Died

August 22nd, 1986
38 years ago — 103 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Turkey

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Served as the 3rd President of Turkey from 1950 to 1960. Played a significant role in Turkish politics, becoming the founding member of the Justice Party. Contributed to economic policies and modernization efforts during the post-World War II era. His presidency was marked by political challenges and he was later imprisoned following a military coup.

Served as President of Turkey from 1950 to 1960

Co-founded the Justice Party

Promoted economic growth and modernization

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