Michael Gorbachev
Michael Gorbachev was a prominent Soviet politician and the last General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, serving from 1985 until 1991. He is best known for his reforms known as perestroika (restructuring) and glasnost (openness), which aimed to modernize the Soviet economy and increase transparency in governance. Gorbachev's policies contributed to the end of the Cold War and the dissolution of the Soviet Union, making him a significant figure in 20th-century history. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1990 for his role in promoting peace and disarmament.
Born on Mar 02, 1931 (94 years old)
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Michael Gorbachev was overthrown in a coup on August 20, 1991.
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