About Loukas Karrer
Lived 1909 – 1985 (aged 75–76). Loukas Karrer was a Greek politician and mayor.
Loukas Karrer (; 1909–1985) was a Greek politician, most notable as the mayor of the island of Zakynthos in 1937–1945.
In 1943, during the Axis occupation of Greece, along with the island's bishop, Chrysostomos, Karrer prevented the German occupation authorities from deporting any of the island's Jews.
In 1978, he and Bishop Chrysostomos were named among the "Righteous Among the Nations" by Yad Vashem.
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Who was Loukas Karrer?
Greek politician
When was Loukas Karrer born?
Loukas Karrer was born in 1909.
When did Loukas Karrer die?
Loukas Karrer died on 22 February 1985.
What was Loukas Karrer's occupation?
Loukas Karrer was a politician and mayor.
What nationality was Loukas Karrer?
Loukas Karrer was Greek.
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