Themistoklis Sofoulis

Greek politician and Prime Minister

Themistoklis Sofoulis - Greek politician and Prime Minister
Born

1860
165 years ago

Died

June 29th, 1949
76 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Greece

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Served as the 115th Prime Minister of Greece from 1945 to 1946. Participated in the Greek Parliament for multiple terms, contributing to national policy and governance. Involved in the political landscape during a tumultuous period following World War II. Following his tenure as Prime Minister, continued to be prominent in political discussions and party activities until his death in 1949.

Served as the 115th Prime Minister of Greece

Participated in Greek Parliament for multiple terms

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