Take Ionescu

Romanian politician and diplomat

Take Ionescu - Romanian politician and diplomat
Born

October 25th, 1858
167 years ago

Died

1922
103 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Romania

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Served as a prominent Romanian politician and diplomat during the early 20th century. Engaged in journalism and law, influencing political discourse in Romania. Contributed to the founding of the National Liberal Party and held various governmental roles. Played a significant part in the unification of Romanian territories.

Served as Prime Minister of Romania

Participated in the 1918 Great Union

Worked as a journalist and lawyer

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