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Stepan VitvitskiyUkrainian politician, journalist, member of the UNDP.
Date of Birth: 13.03.1884
Country:  Ukraine |
Content:
- Early Life and Political Beginnings
- Member of the Western Ukrainian National Council
- Diplomatic Career
- Leader of the Ukrainian National Democratic Union
- "President of the Ukrainian National Republic in Exile"
- Later Life and Legacy
Early Life and Political Beginnings
Stepan Wytwyckyj was born in the Western Ukrainian city of Stryi in 1862. As a young man, he pursued a career in journalism and became actively involved in Ukrainian political life as a member of the Ukrainian National Democratic Party (UNDP).
Member of the Western Ukrainian National Council
In 1918, Wytwyckyj played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Western Ukrainian National Republic (ZUNR), serving as a member of its National Council. He played a key role in orchestrating the unification of the ZUNR with the Ukrainian National Republic (UNR) on January 22, 1919.
Diplomatic Career
Following the unification, Wytwyckyj held various diplomatic posts, including State Secretary for Foreign Affairs and head of the ZUNR mission in Paris and London. During his tenure, he actively promoted Ukrainian interests on the international stage.
Leader of the Ukrainian National Democratic Union
From 1925 to 1939, Wytwyckyj served as a leader of the Ukrainian National Democratic Union (UNDO), a prominent Ukrainian political organization. He advocated for Ukrainian independence and autonomy within Poland.
"President of the Ukrainian National Republic in Exile"
In 1954, Wytwyckyj became the "President of the Ukrainian National Republic in Exile," succeeding Andriy Livytskyj. Under his leadership, he continued to represent the political aspirations of Ukrainians scattered around the world.
Later Life and Legacy
Wytwyckyj passed away in New York City in 1965. He is remembered as a tireless advocate for Ukrainian independence and a respected statesman who dedicated his life to the advancement of his people. He is buried in the Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery in South Bound Brook, New Jersey. Wytwyckyj's legacy as a political and diplomatic figure remains an inspiration to Ukrainians both in Ukraine and abroad.
