Aung San Suu Kyi

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Aung San Suu Kyi is a prominent political leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate from Myanmar, widely recognized for her nonviolent struggle for democracy and human rights. Born in 1945, she is the daughter of General Aung San, a key figure in Myanmar’s independence. Suu Kyi spent years under house arrest for opposing military rule, demonstrating remarkable courage and resilience. She became the symbol of Myanmar’s pro-democracy movement and played a central role in the National League for Democracy (NLD). Her leadership helped bring democratic reforms to the country, although her later political tenure faced international criticism. Despite challenges, she remains a significant figure in Myanmar’s modern history. profile - By Claude TRUONG-NGOC - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=29137748 background -
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Life Classification
Politician

Life Id
PL6826334872770

Verified Name
aung-san-suu-kyi

Life Type
Person Life

Birth
1945-Jun-19

Age
80 years

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History Editorial Network (HEN)

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Created On
2025-08-20

Updated On
2026-03-17

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