Meet Lieutenant General Tevfik Algan: A Profile – Breaking News in Turkey
Former Turkish Land Forces Chief of Staff Tevfik Algan, born on 31 January 1963 in Konya, has had a distinguished career in the Turkish military. Graduating from the Military Academy in 1984, he went on to complete his basic course at the communication school and training center in 1985, followed by staff officer training at the Military Academy.
Throughout his career, Algan has seen promotions and prestigious appointments. In 2004, he was promoted to the rank of Brigadier General, rising through the ranks to become Deputy Chairman of the General Staff in 2017. Subsequently, he served as the Security Forces Command and the 52nd Motor Infantry Division Command. Following the resignation of Major General Ahmet Ercan Çorbacı, he assumed the role of 5th Corps Command where he was promoted to Major General. He later served as the 9th Corps Command from 2023 to 2024.
In 2024, Algan was once again promoted, this time to the rank of Lieutenant General, and appointed as the Chief of Staff of the Turkish Land Forces. During the graduation ceremony of the Turkish Military Academy the same year, he advocated for the slogan “Mustafa Kemal’s soldiers” and presided over the High Disciplinary Board, where he voted against a decision with three other officers.
Tevfik Algan’s career has been marked by dedication to his country and a commitment to upholding the values of the Turkish military. His leadership and strategic acumen have earned him recognition and respect among his peers and superiors alike.
