Alexandros Koryzis 1885 – 1941
Biography
Born in the island town of Poros in 1885, Alexandros Koryzis devoted his life to Greek politics during one of the nation’s most turbulent chapters. He rose to prominence as a statesman navigating the seismic shifts of early twentieth-century Greece—a period of wars, territorial disputes, and political upheaval that tested the mettle of every leader.
Koryzis became a fixture in Greek political circles, working within the machinery of power during years when the country faced existential challenges. His career spanned decades of crisis and transformation, positioning him as a key player in decisions that would shape the nation’s trajectory. He remained committed to public service even as Greece lurched from one crisis to the next.
His tenure ended tragically on April 18, 1941, when Koryzis died from a gunshot wound in Athens—a stark reflection of the violence and instability consuming Greece during Nazi occupation. His death symbolized the human cost of the era he served through, cementing his place in the dark tapestry of Greek wartime history.
