Mencha Karnicheva
Macedonian revolutionary and assassin
Born
March 16th, 1900
125 years ago
Died
1964
61 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Macedonia
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In 1900, a Macedonian revolutionary and assassin emerged, actively participating in the struggle for Macedonian independence. This individual became involved with the Internal Macedonian Revolutionary Organization (IMRO), a significant group advocating for the liberation of Macedonia from Ottoman rule. Throughout the 1920s, the activities included numerous assassinations targeting political figures associated with the Ottoman Empire. The commitment to the cause and the strategic approach to political violence positioned this individual as a notable figure in Macedonian revolutionary history, contributing to the broader movement for national liberation.
Participation in the IMRO
Assassination of Ottoman officials
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