Ismet Inonu

ModernPoliticianTurkey1884 — 1973

Second president of Turkey, Ataturk successor.

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Quick Facts

Born

1884

Died

1973

Country

Turkey

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)20

Political (20%)70

Influence (20%)58

Legacy (20%)55

Leadership (15%)80

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score58.8

Ismet Inonu — Complete Timeline

1923 AD

Signed the Treaty of LausannePolitical Action

As head of the Turkish delegation, Ismet Inonu signed the Treaty of Lausanne on July 24, 1923. This treaty established the borders of modern Turkey, secured international recognition for the Republic, and ended the post-World War I occupation.

TreatyDiplomacyTurkish Independence

Impact: globalconstructive

1938 AD

Became Second President of TurkeyPolitical Action◆ Major

Following the death of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, Ismet Inonu was elected as the second President of Turkey on November 11, 1938. He served until 1950, leading the country through World War II and the early Cold War.

PresidencySuccession

Impact: national

1946 AD

Implemented Multi-Party PoliticsPolitical Action◆ Major

Under Inonu's presidency, Turkey transitioned from a single-party state to a multi-party democracy. He allowed the formation of the Democrat Party, leading to the first competitive elections in 1946, though the Republican People's Party retained power.

DemocratizationPolitical Reform

Impact: nationalprogressive

1950 AD

Lost 1950 General ElectionPolitical Action◆ Major

In Turkey's first free and fair elections on May 14, 1950, Inonu's Republican People's Party was defeated by the Democrat Party. This marked the first peaceful transfer of power in Turkish history, ending 27 years of CHP rule.

ElectionDemocracyPower Transfer

Impact: national