Fan Noli

Fan Noli was an influential Albanian figure known for his roles as a clergyman, politician, and writer. Born in 1882, he founded the Albanian Orthodox Church in the United States, promoting cultural and religious identity. He also served as a politician in Albania, briefly leading the government in the early 1920s. Noli was committed to education, independence, and social reform, working to modernize his country and preserve Albanian culture. His multifaceted contributions helped shape Albania’s religious landscape, political development, and national identity during a formative period.