Emmanouil Tsouderos
Greek politician and Prime Minister
Born
1882
144 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Greece
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Served as the 132nd Prime Minister of Greece from 1945 to 1946. Held the position of Minister of Finance and contributed to economic recovery post-World War II. Played a significant role in the Liberal Party and influenced policies during a turbulent political period in Greece. Engaged in international diplomacy and negotiations in the context of the Greek civil war.
Served as Prime Minister from 1945 to 1946
Held the position of Minister of Finance
Contributed to post-war economic recovery
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