Pavlo Skoropadskyi
Ukrainian general and Hetman of Ukraine
A German-Ukrainian general and politician, served as the Hetman of Ukraine from 1918 to 1919. Skoropadskyi led the Ukrainian state during a tumultuous period following World War I, advocating for Ukrainian independence and the establishment of a stable government. The political landscape was marked by conflict with various factions, including Bolshevik forces. After the defeat of his government, he went into exile, living in Germany. Skoropadskyi remained active in Ukrainian political circles until his death in 1945.
Led Ukraine as Hetman from 1918 to 1919
Advocated for Ukrainian independence
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