Damdin Sükhbaatar

Mongolian soldier and revolutionary leader

Damdin Sükhbaatar - Mongolian soldier and revolutionary leader
Born

February 2nd, 1893
132 years ago

Died

1924
101 years ago — 31 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Mongolia

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A prominent figure in the early 20th century, contributed significantly to Mongolia's independence movement from Chinese rule. Played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Mongolian People's Republic in 1924. Sükhbaatar was instrumental in organizing the Mongolian People's Revolutionary Party and leading military efforts against Chinese forces. His leadership in the 1921 revolution marked a crucial turning point in Mongolia's political landscape.

Led the Mongolian revolution of 1921

Co-founder of the Mongolian People's Republic

Established the Mongolian People's Revolutionary Party

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