Eleftherios Venizelos 1864 – 1936

Biography

Eleftherios Venizelos was born on August 23, 1864, in Mournies, a village in Crete. He dedicated much of his life to public service, rising to prominence as a Greek politician and eventually serving as Prime Minister of Greece. His long career in politics reflected his commitment to his nation during a formative period in its history.

Venizelos spent his life engaged in the political affairs of Greece, working to advance the interests of his country through his leadership and service. His tenure as Prime Minister placed him among Greece’s most significant political figures of his era, shaping important decisions that would influence the nation’s direction.

On March 18, 1936, Venizelos passed away in Paris at the age of 71, succumbing to a cerebral hemorrhage. He was laid to rest at the Venizelos graves in the Chania Municipality of Greece, returning to his native Crete even in death. His legacy remains connected to the history and development of the Greek nation he served throughout his lifetime.