Sándor Garbai
Hungarian politician, 19th Prime Minister
Born
March 27th, 1879
146 years ago
Died
1947
78 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Hungary
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Served as the 19th Prime Minister of Hungary from 1918 to 1919 during a turbulent period following World War I. Spearheaded efforts to establish a republic after the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Focused on social reforms and policy changes in the aftermath of the war and the Hungarian Revolution of 1919. Resigned amid political instability and the rise of the counter-revolutionary forces.
Served as Prime Minister during 1918-1919
Contributed to the establishment of a republic in Hungary
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