Elena Ceaușescu
Elena Ceaușescu was a Romanian politician and the wife of Nicolae Ceaușescu, the General Secretary of the Romanian Communist Party. Born on January 7, 1916, she played a significant role in the political landscape of Romania during her husband's regime, which lasted from 1965 until 1989. Elena held various positions, including Deputy Prime Minister, and was known for her influence in the government and her involvement in the country's educational and scientific policies.
Elena was also a prominent figure in the Romanian Communist Party and was involved in promoting the regime's ideology. She was often criticized for her lavish lifestyle and the oppressive measures taken during her husband's rule. Following the fall of the Ceaușescu regime in December 1989, both Elena and Nicolae were arrested, tried, and executed on December 25, 1989.