Messali Hadj
Algerian Politician
Ahmed Ben Messali Hadj was an Algerian nationalist politician dedicated to the independence of his homeland from French colonial rule. He is often called the "father" of Algerian nationalism. Wikipedia
Born: May 16, 1898, Tlemcen, Algeria
Died: June 3, 1974 (age 76 years), Gouvieux, France
Spouse: Émilie Busquant (m. ?–1953)
Children: Ali Messali Hadj and Djanina Messali-Benkelfat
Organizations founded: Algerian People's Party, Algerian National Movement, Movement for the Triumph of Democratic Liberties, and more
Full name: Ahmed Ben Messali Hadj
Nationality: Algerian