Konstantinos Tsatsos

Greek scholar and President of Greece

Konstantinos Tsatsos - Leaders & Politicians born July 1st, 1899
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Engaged in the fields of law and political science, held the position of President of Greece from 1975 to 1980. Contributed significantly to the development of constitutional law and democratic governance in Greece. Actively participated in the Greek Resistance during World War II. Worked as a professor and published several works on political theory.

Served as President of Greece from 1975 to 1980

Published influential works on political theory

Participated in the Greek Resistance during WWII

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