Deaths on February 17

Lütfi Kırdar

Died on February 17, 1961

Lütfi Kırdar, Turkish physician and politician, Turkish Minister of Health (b. 1887)

Mehmet Lütfi Kırdar (March 15, 1887 – February 17, 1961) was a Turkish physician, civil servant, politician and Minister of Health and Social Security. He is best remembered for his long-term position as the Governor and Mayor of Istanbul.

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Lütfi Kırdar
Ministry of Health (Turkey)

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Deaths on February 17

Lütfi Kırdar

Died on February 17, 1961

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