Nguyễn Hữu Có

Vietnamese general and politician

Nguyễn Hữu Có - Vietnamese general and politician
Born

1925
100 years ago

Died

July 3rd, 2012
12 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Vietnam

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A general in the Vietnam People's Army, contributed to military strategies during the Vietnam War. Held various high-ranking positions in the Vietnamese government after the war. Participated in post-war reconstruction efforts and served in influential roles within the Communist Party of Vietnam. Retired from active politics and continued to influence military policies until death.

Served as a key military strategist during the Vietnam War

Held the position of Deputy Minister of National Defense

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