Şükrü Saracoğlu

Turkish politician, 6th Prime Minister

Şükrü Saracoğlu - Turkish politician, 6th Prime Minister
Born

1887
138 years ago

Died

December 27th, 1953
71 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Turkey

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A military officer and politician served as the 6th Prime Minister of Turkey from 1942 to 1946. Pursued educational reforms and aimed to modernize the Turkish education system. Focused on economic policies during a challenging post-World War II period. Held various governmental positions prior to premiership, including Minister of National Education. Contributed to the establishment of multi-party democracy in Turkey.

Served as Prime Minister from 1942 to 1946

Implemented educational reforms

Led economic policies post-World War II

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