Atatürk (Mustafa Kemal Atatürk)

Mustafa Kemal Atatürk was the founder of modern Turkey, leading the country’s transformation in the early 20th century. After the Ottoman Empire collapsed, he emphasized national sovereignty, modern education, women's rights, and secularism—separating religion from government. He implemented many reforms to modernize Turkey’s infrastructure, legal system, and cultural identity, shaping it into a more progressive and unified nation. Celebrated as a visionary leader, Atatürk’s principles continue to influence Turkey’s political and social development, emphasizing independence, modernization, and national pride.