Hassan Ghazi
Iranian footballer (1959–1984)
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Major General Hassan Ghazi (Persian: حسن غازی) (9 July 1959 – 1 March 1984) was an Iranian footballer who was captain of Sepahan and was the main architect of the Iranian missile system in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps during Iran–Iraq War.[1]
Hassan Ghazi | |
|---|---|
| Born | 9 July 1959 Isfahan, Iran |
| Died | 1 March 1984 (aged 24) Talaiye, Khuzestan Province, Iran |
| Allegiance | IRGC |
Conflicts | Iran–Iraq War † |
Biography
Ghazi was born on 9 July 1959 in Isfahan. After graduating from high school, Ghazi went to Isfahan University of Medical Sciences.[2]
Club career
He was captain of the Sepahan under-23 team. In 1974, he was considered one of the best Iranian players despite his age. Due to his talent, young age, and impressive performances, he was transferred to Iran under-23 team.[3]
As developer of Iran's missile program
Ghazi took part in the 1979 Iranian Islamic Revolution. He had important roles in the Iran-Iraq war in the establishment of the first artillery and of the missile command center in AGIR.[clarification needed][4][5]
Death
On 1 March 1984, Ghazi was killed during Operation Kheibar at the age of 24.
Legacy
Ghazi Stadium, Ghazi Military base and Ghazi Bridge in Isfahan are named after him.