Ali Riza Pasha

ModernGeneralOttoman Empire1860 — 1932

Brief grand vizier during the Turkish War of Independence.

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Quick Facts

Born

1860

Died

1932

Country

Ottoman Empire

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)21

Political (20%)61

Influence (20%)66

Legacy (20%)51

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)55

Total Score56.9

Ali Riza Pasha — Complete Timeline

1919 AD

Appointed Grand VizierPolitical Action◆ Major

Ali Riza Pasha was appointed Grand Vizier by Sultan Mehmed VI in October 1919. He attempted to mediate between the Istanbul government and the Turkish Nationalists, but his efforts were undermined by the Allies and the sultan.

Grand VizierTurkish War of IndependenceMediation

Impact: national

Negotiated with Mustafa KemalPolitical Action

Ali Riza Pasha attempted to negotiate with Mustafa Kemal Atat

NegotiationMustafa KemalSivas Congress

Impact: national

1920 AD

Resigned as Grand VizierPolitical Action◆ Major

Ali Riza Pasha resigned as Grand Vizier after the Allied occupation of Istanbul in March 1920. His resignation was forced by the British who demanded a more compliant government to enforce the Treaty of S

ResignationOccupationTreaty of Sèvres

Impact: national