Cemal Gursel

ModernGeneralTurkey1895 — 1966

Led the 1960 coup and became Turkish president.

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Quick Facts

Born

1895

Died

1966

Country

Turkey

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)54

Legacy (20%)44

Leadership (15%)67

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score54.2

Cemal Gursel — Complete Timeline

1960 AD

Leadership of the 1960 CoupPolitical Action

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1960 CoupTurkish MilitaryNational Unity Committee

Impact: nationaldestructive

1961 AD

Appointment as President of TurkeyPolitical Action◆ Major

Cemal Gürsel was appointed the fourth President of Turkey on October 10, 1961, after the adoption of a new constitution. He served as a figurehead president until 1966, overseeing the transition back to civilian rule.

Turkish Presidency1961 ConstitutionCivilian Rule

Impact: nationalconstructive

1966 AD

Resignation Due to IllnessPolitical Action

Cemal Gürsel resigned as President on March 28, 1966, due to declining health. He had suffered a stroke and was unable to perform his duties. He was succeeded by Cevdet Sunay.

Turkish PresidencyResignationHealth

Impact: national