Born
June 2, 1882
Pitești, Romania
Died
June 1, 1946
Jilava, Romania
Known for
prime minister of Romania during World War II, executed for war crimes
Ion Antonescu (1882 – 1946) was a Romanian military officer and politician who served as Prime Minister and Conducător during World War II. He was responsible for facilitating the Holocaust in Romania, leading to the deaths of hundreds of thousands. Overthrown in 1944, he was executed for war crimes in 1946.
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When did Ion Antonescu die?
Ion Antonescu died on June 1, 1946 in Jilava, Romania, at the age of 63.
Where was Ion Antonescu born?
Ion Antonescu was born in Pitești, Romania on June 2, 1882.
What is Ion Antonescu best known for?
Ion Antonescu is best known for prime minister of Romania during World War II, executed for war crimes.
How old was Ion Antonescu when they died?
Ion Antonescu was 63 years old at the time of death.
What nationality was Ion Antonescu?
Ion Antonescu was from Romania.
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