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Ismail BilenTurkish public and political figure
Date of Birth: 18.10.1902
Country:  Turkey |
Content:
- Early Life and Political Beginnings
- Education and Return to Turkey
- Arrest, Release, and Role in the Comintern
- World War II and Radio Broadcasts
- Rebuilding the CPT and Leadership
- Retirement and Legacy
Early Life and Political Beginnings
Born into a humble peasant family in Turkey, İbrahim Bilin was forced to relocate to Istanbul for work. During the Allied occupation of Istanbul (1918-1922), he became involved in the national liberation struggle. In 1922, he joined the underground Communist Party of Turkey (CPT).
Education and Return to Turkey
The CPT sent Bilin to the Communist University of the Toilers of the East in Moscow for training. Returning home in 1926 as secretary of the provincial committee, he actively engaged in the workers' movement. After the arrest of CPT leaders in 1927, he was elected to the party's new Central Committee.
Arrest, Release, and Role in the Comintern
Bilin was arrested in 1929 and released in 1933. He then went to the USSR and worked for the Comintern. In 1934, he was elected organizational secretary of the CPT.
World War II and Radio Broadcasts
During World War II, Bilin hosted Turkish-language broadcasts on "Radio Moscow." In 1958, he played a role in establishing Radio "Bizim."
Rebuilding the CPT and Leadership
After the 1971 coup d'état, Bilin worked tirelessly to restore the CPT's underground organization. In 1973, he became its general secretary. During this period, known as the "period of revival," he significantly expanded the party's membership and improved its operations.
Retirement and Legacy
Due to changing circumstances, Bilin relinquished his position as general secretary in 1983. However, he remained a revered and influential figure within the party.
