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Benyoucef Benkhedda

Algerian politician (1920-2003)

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Benyoucef Benkhedda was an Algerian politician. He headed the third GPRA exile government of the National Liberation Front (FLN), acting as a leader during the Algerian War (1954–62). At the end of the war, he was briefly the de jure leader of the country, however he was quickly sidelined by more conservative figures.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Berrouaghia wd
Died
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Place of death
Algiers wd
Citizenship
Algeria, France wd
Occupation
politician, pharmacist wd
Political party
National Liberation Front wd
Education
University of Algiers 1 wd
Official website
benkhedda.org wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Algeria (9 August 1961 – 3 July 1962)
  • Prime Minister of Algeria (9 August 1961 – 22 July 1962)

Questions

When was Benyoucef Benkhedda born?
Benyoucef Benkhedda was born on 23 February 1920 in Berrouaghia.
What positions has Benyoucef Benkhedda held?
Positions held by Benyoucef Benkhedda include: President of Algeria (1961–1962); Prime Minister of Algeria (1961–1962).
Where did Benyoucef Benkhedda study?
Benyoucef Benkhedda was educated at University of Algiers 1.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Benyoucef Benkhedda · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q2679301 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Benkhedda 19march62.jpg by GPRA [1] (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 15 November 2026

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