Lon Nol
Cambodian Prime Minister during turmoil
Born
November 13th, 1913
111 years ago
Died
1985
40 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Cambodia
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Born in 1913, served as a general and politician within the Cambodian military. Became the 37th Prime Minister of Cambodia in 1970 after leading a coup d'état against Prince Norodom Sihanouk. His tenure was marked by efforts to align the country with the United States during the Vietnam War. Oversaw a government that faced significant challenges, including the rise of the Khmer Rouge. Eventually lost power in 1975, leading to his exile. Died in 1985 in the United States.
Led coup d'état against Prince Norodom Sihanouk
Served as Cambodian Prime Minister in 1970
Aligned Cambodia with the United States during the Vietnam War
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