Pál Teleki
Hungarian Prime Minister and geographer

Born
1879
146 years ago
Died
April 3rd, 1941
83 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Hungary
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Served as the 22nd Prime Minister of Hungary during a critical period leading up to World War II. An academic with a specialization in geography, contributed significantly to the understanding of Hungarian territorial issues. Advocated for alliances with Axis powers while navigating complex geopolitical tensions. Resigned from premiership in 1941 due to internal and external pressures, ultimately taking his own life later that year.
Served as the 22nd Prime Minister of Hungary
Focused on territorial integrity and national policies
Advanced Hungarian geography and historical studies
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