When was Cemal Gürsel born?

Cemal Gürsel was born on 13 October 1895 in Hınıs.

What positions has Cemal Gürsel held?

Positions held by Cemal Gürsel include: President of Turkey (1961–1966); Prime Minister of Turkey (1961–1961); Minister of National Defence (1960–1960); Prime Minister of Turkey (1960–1961).

Where did Cemal Gürsel study?

Cemal Gürsel was educated at Turkish Military Academy, Kuleli Military High School.

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Cemal Gürsel

4th President of the Republic of Turkey (1895–1966)

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Cemal Gürsel was a Turkish military officer and politician who was the president of Turkey from 1960 to 1966 after taking power in a coup d'état.

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Born: 13 October 1895 wd
Place of birth: Hınıs wd
Died: 14 September 1966 wd
Place of death: Ankara wd
Citizenship: Ottoman Empire, Turkey wd
Occupation: politician, military officer wd
Political party: independent politician wd
Education: Turkish Military Academy, Kuleli Military High School wd
Spouse: Melahat Gürsel wd

Positions held wd

President of Turkey (10 November 1961 – 2 February 1966)
Prime Minister of Turkey (5 January 1961 – 20 November 1961)
Minister of National Defence (30 May 1960 – 9 June 1960)
Prime Minister of Turkey (28 May 1960 – 5 January 1961)

Awards wd

Medal of Independence
Gallipoli Star

Questions

When was Cemal Gürsel born?: Cemal Gürsel was born on 13 October 1895 in Hınıs.
What positions has Cemal Gürsel held?: Positions held by Cemal Gürsel include: President of Turkey (1961–1966); Prime Minister of Turkey (1961–1961); Minister of National Defence (1960–1960); Prime Minister of Turkey (1960–1961).
Where did Cemal Gürsel study?: Cemal Gürsel was educated at Turkish Military Academy, Kuleli Military High School.

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Last updated 7 October 2026 · facts checked 15 November 2026

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