Alois Eliáš

Alois Eliáš (29 September 1890 – 19 June 1942) was a Czech general and politician. He served as prime minister of the puppet government of the German-occupied Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia from 27 April 1939 to 27 September 1941 but maintained contact with the government-in-exile. Because of his participation in the anti-Nazi resistance, he was the only head of government who was murdered by the Nazis during World War II.

Alois Eliáš
Alois Eliáš on photo from Atelier Langhans Prague
Prime Minister of the Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia
In office
27 April 1939  27 September 1941
Preceded byRudolf Beran (acting)
Succeeded byJaroslav Krejčí
Personal details
Born(1890-09-29)29 September 1890
Prague, Kingdom of Bohemia, Cisleithania, Austro-Hungarian Empire
Died19 June 1942(1942-06-19) (aged 51)
Kobylisy Shooting Range, Prague, Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia
Cause of deathExecution by firing squad
OccupationArmy general and politician
Awards
Military service
Branch/serviceAustro-Hungarian Army (1914-1917)
Czechoslovak Legion (1917-1920)
Czechoslovak Army (1920-1939)
Years of service1914–1939
RankArmy general
Battles/wars
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