Lon Nol

Cambodian Prime Minister during turmoil

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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