Ded Gjo Luli

Dedë Gjon Luli Dedvukaj also referred to as Ded Gjo Luli and Deda (November 1840–24 September 1915) was an Albanian guerrilla leader most notable for commanding the 1911 revolt against Ottoman troops. He was posthumously awarded the "Hero of Albania" title. Dedvukaj was the clan chieftain of the Hoti tribe.

Ded Gjo Luli
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BornNovember 1840
Trabojin, Sanjak of Scutari, Ottoman Empire (now in Podgorica, Montenegro)
Died24 September 1915
Orosh (in modern Mirditë District, Albania)
Cause of deathAssassinated
NationalityAlbanian
OccupationClan chieftain
Known forCommander of the 1911 revolt and Battle of Deçiq
Awards Hero of the People
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