Trần Thiện Khiêm
Prime Minister of South Vietnam
Born
1925
100 years ago
Died
June 24th, 2021
3 years ago — 96 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Vietnam
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Held the position of 7th Prime Minister of South Vietnam from 1967 to 1968. Served as an army officer in the Army of the Republic of Vietnam. Played a significant role during the Vietnam War and contributed to military planning and operations. After political changes in Vietnam, settled in the United States before returning to Vietnam.
Served as the Prime Minister of South Vietnam during a pivotal time
Held various military ranks in the Army of the Republic of Vietnam
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