Mario Scelba

Italian Politician, 33rd Prime Minister

Mario Scelba - Italian Politician, 33rd Prime Minister
Born

September 5th, 1901
123 years ago

Died

1991
34 years ago — 90 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

Links & References

Served as the 33rd Prime Minister of Italy from 1954 to 1955. Held various ministerial positions throughout the 1940s and 1950s. Played a significant role in the post-World War II reconstruction of Italy as a member of the Christian Democracy party. Focused on economic recovery and anti-communism during his tenure. Was involved in the establishment of NATO's southern flank.

Served as Prime Minister from 1954-1955

Participated in the creation of NATO

Oversaw post-war economic recovery efforts

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