Giovanni Leone
Italian politician, 6th President of Italy
Born
November 3rd, 1908
116 years ago
Died
November 9th, 2001
23 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Graduated in law and practiced as a lawyer. Served as a member of the Italian Parliament and held various cabinet posts. Elected as the 6th President of Italy in 1971, serving until 1978. Played a significant role in Italian politics during a time of political turmoil and transformation.
Served as President of Italy from 1971 to 1978
Held the position of Prime Minister in 1963
Participated actively in the Italian Christian Democracy party
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