Dénes Berinkey

Hungarian politician and jurist

Dénes Berinkey - Hungarian politician and jurist
Born

1871
154 years ago

Died

June 25th, 1944
80 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Hungary

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A jurist and politician who served as the 18th Prime Minister of Hungary during a tumultuous period in the country's history. His tenure occurred during World War II, facing significant challenges such as political instability and external pressures. Berinkey's leadership was marked by attempts to navigate Hungary's complex relationships with Axis powers and internal factions. He held office briefly and was a key figure in establishing policies that impacted Hungary's governance during the war years. His time in power was defined by the difficult circumstances of his era, which ultimately culminated in his resignation amid turmoil.

Served as the 18th Prime Minister of Hungary

Managed Hungary's political strategies during WWII

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