Stanisław Wojciechowski

Polish politician and scholar, President

Stanisław Wojciechowski - Polish politician and scholar, President
Born

March 15th, 1869
156 years ago

Died

1953
72 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Poland

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Served as President of the Republic of Poland from 1921 to 1922. Wojciechowski initially pursued a career in academia, focusing on political science. He became involved in politics during a period of national upheaval and was a prominent member of the Polish People's Party. His presidency occurred in the aftermath of World War I and during the establishment of the Second Polish Republic, a critical time for the nation. After serving as president, Wojciechowski remained active in politics and continued to influence Polish society.

Served as President of Poland from 1921 to 1922

Contributed to the establishment of the Second Polish Republic

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