Mustafa Barzani

Mustafa Barzani (March 14, 1903–March 1, 1979) was a Kurdish nationalist leader and President of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP).

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March 14 - 1903 - March 1 - 1979 - Kurdish - Nationalist - Kurdistan Democratic Party

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Legendary to many of his people, Barzani was one of the most inspired, tenacious and resilient Kurdish leaders with a commitment to the Kurdish struggle for peace and freedom. He led the armed struggle, notably from 1961 to 1963, and from April 1974 to May 1975. He died in Georgetown Hospital in Washington, DC; his son Massoud Barzani is the current leader of the KDP.

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Washington, DC - Massoud Barzani

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