About Brahim Chergui
Lived 1922 – 2016 (aged 93–94). Brahim Chergui was an Algerian and French indigenist and military personnel, known for Battle of Algiers (1956–57).
Brahim Chergui (1922 – 7 January 2016), known as H'mida was a revolutionary during the Algerian war of independence. He was the first leader of the Zone Autonome d'Alger (ZAA). Chergui was captured by French paratroopers on 23 February 1957. He was placed into the cell next door to Larbi Ben M'hidi. Chergui was severely tortured and was imprisoned in the Serkadji prison in Algiers until being released when Algeria gained independence in 1962. Chergui died at the age of 94 in Hôpital Militaire Aïn Naâdja, Algiers on 6 January 2016.
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Who was Brahim Chergui?
Algerian
When was Brahim Chergui born?
Brahim Chergui was born in 1922 in Aïn Khadra.
When did Brahim Chergui die?
Brahim Chergui died on 6 January 2016 in Algiers.
What was Brahim Chergui's occupation?
Brahim Chergui was an indigenist and military personnel.
What was Brahim Chergui known for?
Brahim Chergui was known for Battle of Algiers (1956–57).
What nationality was Brahim Chergui?
Brahim Chergui was Algerian and French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Brahim Chergui. https://biography.guide/brahim-chergui/
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