Nazim al-Qudsi

ModernPoliticianSyria1906 — 1998

Syrian president overthrown by Baathist coup.

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Quick Facts

Born

1906

Died

1998

Country

Syria

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)29

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)42

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score41.2

Nazim al-Qudsi — Complete Timeline

1961 AD

Elected President of SyriaPolitical Action◆ Major

Nazim al-Qudsi was elected President of Syria following the breakup of the United Arab Republic. His presidency marked a brief return to civilian rule after the union with Egypt.

PresidencyPost-UAR

Impact: national

1963 AD

Overthrown by Baathist CoupPolitical Action

Nazim al-Qudsi was overthrown in the 1963 Baathist coup, which brought the Baath Party to power in Syria. He was arrested and later exiled, ending his political career.

CoupBaath PartyEnd of Regime

Impact: nationaldestructive