Ion I. C. Brătianu was a prominent Romanian politician and statesman, born on April 2, 1864. He played a significant role in the political landscape of Romania during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As a member of the National Liberal Party, he served multiple terms as Prime Minister, advocating for modernization and economic development in Romania. Brătianu was instrumental in Romania's participation in World War I, aligning the country with the Allies. His leadership helped shape Romania's post-war borders and political structure. He passed away on May 24, 1927, leaving a lasting legacy in Romanian history.