Historical Events tagged with "cemal gursel"

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Politics & Government

Military Coup in Turkey Overthrows Government

May 27th, 1960 64 years ago

A military coup in Turkey abruptly removed President Celâl Bayar and the entire democratic government. The Turkish Armed Forces initiated the coup, leading to widespread arrests, including high-ranking officials and political leaders. The coup was largely motivated by discontent over economic issues, political corruption, and escalating tensions within the government. Following the coup, General Cemal Gürsel assumed leadership, marking a significant shift in Turkey's political landscape. The operation was executed swiftly, indicating the military's readiness to intervene amidst perceived threats to democracy.

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