Emmanouil Repoulis (1863-1924)

Emmanouil Repoulis (1863–1924) was a Greek politician and journalist, born in Kranidi, Argolis. He studied law at the University of Athens and pursued a career in journalism, working for prominent newspapers of the time such as Kathimerini and Akropolis. He entered politics as a Member of Parliament for Argolidokorinthia, serving during three separate periods. He belonged to the so-called “Japanese” political group, active between 1905 and 1908, and from 1910 onward, he joined the Liberal Party, becoming its deputy leader under Eleftherios Venizelos. Throughout his career, Repoulis held important governmental positions, including Minister of the Interior, Minister of Finance, Vice President of the Government under the Liberal Party, and General Governor of Macedonia. He stood out for his legislative initiatives, especially the Law on Municipalities and Communities, which laid the foundation for Greece’s modern system of local self-government. Furthermore, Repoulis played a crucial role in the organization and reconstruction of Macedonia after the Balkan Wars (1912–1913), promoting the economic and social development of the region. He died on May 14, 1924, leaving behind a significant legacy in public administration and political reform. Pictured: Letter from the Board of Directors of the Iraklis Gymnastics Club of Thessaloniki, addressed to Minister of the Interior and Governor of Macedonia Emmanouil Repoulis, dated December 1913. ©Iraklis New Gymnastics Club of Thessaloniki 1908.