Mammad Amin Rasulzade

Azerbaijani politician and scholar

Mammad Amin Rasulzade - Azerbaijani politician and scholar
Born

January 31st, 1884
141 years ago

Died

March 6th, 1955
70 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Azerbaijan

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A prominent Azerbaijani scholar and politician, contributed significantly to the establishment of the Democratic Republic of Azerbaijan. Adopted a nationalistic approach, emphasizing the importance of Azerbaijani culture and identity. As the first President, led the country during its early days of independence following the collapse of the Russian Empire. Engaged in political activities seeking to promote democratic governance and national sovereignty until the republic's dissolution in 1920.

Served as the first President of the Democratic Republic of Azerbaijan

Helped establish Azerbaijan as an independent state

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