About Ahmet Merter
Lived 1891 – 1959 (aged 68). Ahmet Merter was a Turkish farmer.
Ahmet Muhtar Merter, also known as Ahmed Muhtar Bey (1 July 1891, Constantinople2 October 1959, Istanbul), was a Turkish soldier, industrialist, sports official and politician.
Sports Between 1957–1959 Ahmet Muhtar was the president or so called Ağa of the federation that organized the Turkish national sport yağlı güreş (oil wrestling).
Legacy In Istanbul the suburb Merter is named after him. A picture of him hangs inside the museum of the Anıtkabir. There is also an elementary school in Merter named after him.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ahmet Merter?
Turkish freedomfighter (1891–1959)
When was Ahmet Merter born?
Ahmet Merter was born on 1 July 1891 in Istanbul.
When did Ahmet Merter die?
Ahmet Merter died on 2 October 1959 in Istanbul.
What was Ahmet Merter's occupation?
Ahmet Merter was a farmer.
What nationality was Ahmet Merter?
Ahmet Merter was Turkish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ahmet Muhtar Merter
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