Petros Mavromichalis

Greek general and second Prime Minister

Petros Mavromichalis - Greek general and second Prime Minister
Born

August 6th, 1765
259 years ago

Died

1848
177 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Greece

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Served as a general during the Greek War of Independence. Played a significant role in the struggle against Ottoman rule and contributed to the establishment of the modern Greek state. Held the office of the second Prime Minister of Greece from 1864 to 1865, focusing on consolidating national governance during the early years of independence. His leadership during this transformative period helped shape the political landscape of Greece.

Fought in the Greek War of Independence

Served as Greece's second Prime Minister

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