Milan Hodža

Prime Minister of Czechoslovakia

Milan Hodža - Prime Minister of Czechoslovakia
Born

February 1st, 1878
147 years ago

Died

June 27th, 1944
80 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Slovakia

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Served as the 10th Prime Minister of Czechoslovakia from 1935 to 1938. Contributed to governmental policies and reforms during the interwar period. Worked as a journalist, influencing public opinion and political discourse. Advocated for agrarian interests and labor rights while navigating a complex political landscape marked by rising tensions in Europe. Participated in efforts to maintain Czechoslovakia’s sovereignty during a time of increasing pressure from neighboring powers.

Served as Prime Minister from 1935 to 1938

Influenced Czechoslovak agrarian policies

Promoted labor rights and social reforms

Worked as a notable journalist

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