About Hayrettin Erkmen
Lived 1915 – 1999 (aged 84). Hayrettin Erkmen was a Turkish politician and diplomat.
Hayrettin Erkmen (19 April 1915 – 18 May 1999) was the minister of foreign affairs of the Republic of Turkey. He was in office from 12 November 1979 to 5 September 1980.
In 1960, Erkmen was sentenced to 10 years in prison during the Yassıada trials. He was released under an amnesty in 1964.
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Who was Hayrettin Erkmen?
Turkish statesperson (1915–1999)
When was Hayrettin Erkmen born?
Hayrettin Erkmen was born on 19 April 1915 in Giresun.
When did Hayrettin Erkmen die?
Hayrettin Erkmen died on 18 May 1999 in Istanbul.
What was Hayrettin Erkmen's occupation?
Hayrettin Erkmen was a politician and diplomat.
What nationality was Hayrettin Erkmen?
Hayrettin Erkmen was Turkish.
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