About Kostaq Kota
Lived 1889 – 1949 (aged 59–60). Kostaq Kota was an Albanian and Turkish politician and head of government.
Kostaq Kotta, also known as Koço Kotta (May 5, 1886 – September 1, 1947), was an Albanian politician and twice prime minister during the reign of King Zog I, who took a pro-Italian right-wing stance.
Biography He was educated in Greece and Italy. In the Principality of Albania, he served as the minister of public works and was elected to the Parliament of Albania. During the June Revolution of Fan Noli, Kotta escaped to Greece, but returned to lead the insurgency against Noli that led to the formation of the Albanian Republic under Ahmet Zogu.
He accompanied Zog into exile in Greece. In December 1944 he was captured by Greek Communists and returned to Albania.
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Who was Kostaq Kota?
Albanian politician (1889-1949)
When was Kostaq Kota born?
Kostaq Kota was born in 1889 in Korçë.
When did Kostaq Kota die?
Kostaq Kota died in 1949 in Burrel.
What was Kostaq Kota's occupation?
Kostaq Kota was a politician and head of government.
What nationality was Kostaq Kota?
Kostaq Kota was Albanian and Turkish.
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