When was Alexander Bustamante born?

Alexander Bustamante was born on 24 February 1884 in Hanover Parish.

What positions has Alexander Bustamante held?

Positions held by Alexander Bustamante include: Prime Minister of Jamaica (1962–1967); Premier of Jamaica (1953–1955); Member of the Privy Council of the United Kingdom.

Where did Alexander Bustamante study?

Alexander Bustamante was educated at California State University, Fresno.

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Alexander Bustamante

Jamaican politician and labour leader (1884–1977)

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Sir William Alexander Clarke Bustamante was a Jamaican politician and leader and founder of the Jamaica Labour Party, who, on Independence Day, August 6, 1962, became the first prime minister of Jamaica.

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Born: 24 February 1884 wd
Place of birth: Hanover Parish wd
Died: 6 August 1977 wd
Place of death: Saint Andrew Parish wd
Citizenship: Jamaica wd
Occupation: politician, dietitian wd
Political party: Jamaica Labour Party wd
Education: California State University, Fresno wd
Spouse: Gladys Bustamante wd

Positions held wd

Prime Minister of Jamaica (29 April 1962 – 23 February 1967)
Premier of Jamaica (5 May 1953 – 2 February 1955)
Member of the Privy Council of the United Kingdom

Awards wd

Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire (1967)
Order of National Hero (1971)

Questions

When was Alexander Bustamante born?: Alexander Bustamante was born on 24 February 1884 in Hanover Parish.
What positions has Alexander Bustamante held?: Positions held by Alexander Bustamante include: Prime Minister of Jamaica (1962–1967); Premier of Jamaica (1953–1955); Member of the Privy Council of the United Kingdom.
Where did Alexander Bustamante study?: Alexander Bustamante was educated at California State University, Fresno.

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