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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