Michail Stasinopoulos
Greek jurist and President of Greece
Born
July 27th, 1903
121 years ago
Died
October 31st, 2002
22 years ago — 99 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Greece
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Born in 1903, a prominent Greek jurist and politician served as the President of Greece from 1974 to 1975. Held the position after the fall of the military junta and the restoration of democracy in the country. Stasinopoulos focused on constitutional reform and strengthening democratic institutions during his presidency. Prior to his presidential role, served as a member of the Greek Parliament and contributed to various legal and political reforms.
Served as President of Greece from 1974 to 1975
Promoted constitutional reforms
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