Dimitar Peshev
Bulgarian politician (1894-1973) · Bulgaria · On the map · Politicians · Died at 78
Dimitar Yosifov Peshev was the Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of Bulgaria and Minister of Justice (1935-1936), before World War II. He rebelled against the pro-Nazi cabinet and prevented the deportation of Bulgaria's 48,000 Jews. He was bestowed the title of "Righteous Among the Nations".
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1997Honored citizens of KyustendilAwardOrder of Stara PlaninaAward1973Died20 February 1973Righteous Among the NationsAward1894Born25 June 1894
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Country
Bulgaria
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1894 to 1973 · aged 78
