Ngô Đình Diệm
Vietnamese politician, 1st President
Vietnamese politician, 1st President
1963
63 years ago — 62 years old
Leaders & Politicians
Vietnam
Served as the first President of the Republic of Vietnam from 1955 until his assassination in 1963. A lawyer by profession, held various government positions prior to presidency, including Minister of the Interior. Established a regime characterized by its opposition to communism, receiving support from the United States. Initiated social and economic reforms but faced criticism for authoritarian governance and suppression of dissent.
Established the Republic of Vietnam in 1955
Received U.S. support to combat communism
Implemented various social reforms
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