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Ismail Qemali

1844–1919 · 19th century · Also known as Ismail Kemal Bey

Ismail Qemali was an Albanian statesman from Vlorë who had served as an Ottoman official and liberal deputy. On 28 November 1912, during the First Balkan War, he declared Albania's independence at Vlorë and headed its provisional government. With little army, money or recognition, he resigned in 1914 and is honoured as the founder of modern Albania.

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Mentioned in 2 state histories

Provisional Government of Albania Republic of Central Albania

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APA: The Epoch Institute. (2026). Ismail Qemali. In The Epoch Institute Encyclopedia. https://the-epoch-institute.org/encyclopedia/ismail-qemali
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