About Gün Sazak
Lived 1932 – 1980 (aged 48). Gün Sazak was a Turkish politician.
Gün Sazak (26 March 1932 – 27 May 1980) was a Turkish nationalist politician and former government minister of the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP). He was assassinated by the Revolutionary People's Liberation Party/Front after his police guard was removed. After his killing, MHP supporters carried out the Çorum massacre in reprisal.
Early life and family Gün Sazak was born on 26 March 1932 in Ankara to Emin Sazak and his wife Ayşe. His father was a member of parliament from the Republican People's Party (CHP) and later the Democrat Party (DP).
In July 1980, Dev Sol claimed responsibility for the assassination in its illegal journal Devrimci Sol.
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Who was Gün Sazak?
Turkish statesperson (1932–1980)
When was Gün Sazak born?
Gün Sazak was born on 26 March 1932 in Ankara.
When did Gün Sazak die?
Gün Sazak died on 27 May 1980 in Ankara.
What was Gün Sazak's occupation?
Gün Sazak was a politician.
What nationality was Gün Sazak?
Gün Sazak was Turkish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gün Sazak. https://biography.guide/gun-sazak/
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