Nikolaos Plastiras
General and Prime Minister of Greece
Born
November 4th, 1883
142 years ago
Died
July 26th, 1953
72 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Greece
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A Greek general and politician served as the 135th Prime Minister of Greece. He participated in the Greco-Italian War and was a key figure in the Greek Civil War. Plastiras led significant political reforms during his tenure and worked towards resolving national issues, including land reform and agricultural improvements. Throughout his career, he was involved in various political movements and struggled with the complexities of post-war Greece, seeking a stable governance framework.
Served as Prime Minister of Greece
Participated in the Greco-Italian War
Advocated for land reform and agricultural policies
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