Rexhep Krasniqi
Albanian-American historian, teacher, nationalist, and anti-communist politician and activist
About Rexhep Krasniqi
Lived 1906 – 1999 (aged 92). Rexhep Krasniqi was an Albanian and Turkish historian and politician, known for %22Free Albania%22 National Committee and Second League of Prizren.
Rexhep Krasniqi (24 April 1906 – 12 February 1999) was an Albanian-American historian, teacher, nationalist, and anti-communist politician and activist. A Kosovar Albanian, he is remembered for his role in the Second League of Prizren, and long time leadership of the "Free Albania" National Committee.
Krasniqi was born in Gjakova on 24 April 1906. He remained an orphan at a very young age and was raised in Bajram Curri's family.
Krasniqi worked as a teacher in Shkodër, Gjirokastër. In 1937 he went to Tirana where he worked again as a teacher for a short time, after which he started as an official in the Ministry of Education of Albania.
Krasniqi died in New York City in 1999.
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Who was Rexhep Krasniqi?
Albanian-American historian, teacher, nationalist, and anti-communist politician and activist (1906-1999)
When was Rexhep Krasniqi born?
Rexhep Krasniqi was born on 24 April 1906 in Gjakova.
When did Rexhep Krasniqi die?
Rexhep Krasniqi died on 12 February 1999 in New York City.
What was Rexhep Krasniqi's occupation?
Rexhep Krasniqi was a historian and politician.
What was Rexhep Krasniqi known for?
Rexhep Krasniqi was known for %22Free Albania%22 National Committee and Second League of Prizren.
What nationality was Rexhep Krasniqi?
Rexhep Krasniqi was Albanian and Turkish.
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