Sıtkı Üke
Turkish general and statesperson (1877-1941) · Turkey · On the map · Died at 64
Sıtkı Üke was a Turkish career officer and politician. He was a major general of the Ottoman Army and the first head general of the Turkish Army.
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A typical day, 30 days to 23 June 2026
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About this person
Sıtkı grew up in the same town as Atatürk, the founder of modern-day Turkey, who referred to Sıtkı as "big brother" and conferred on him the surname Üke, or "honor", during the establishment of the modern Turkish state.
Country
Turkey
Type
Other
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1877 to 1941 · aged 64