When was Benjamin Sheares born?

Benjamin Sheares was born on 12 August 1907 in Singapore.

What positions has Benjamin Sheares held?

Positions held by Benjamin Sheares include: President of Singapore (1971–1981).

Where did Benjamin Sheares study?

Benjamin Sheares was educated at National University of Singapore, Saint Andrew's Secondary School, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

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Benjamin Sheares

2nd President of Singapore (1907–1981)

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Benjamin Henry Sheares was a Singaporean obstetrician, gynaecologist, and academic who served as the second president of Singapore between 1971 until his death in 1981.

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Born: 12 August 1907 wd
Place of birth: Singapore wd
Died: 12 May 1981 wd
Place of death: Singapore wd
Citizenship: Singapore wd
Occupation: politician, gynecologist, physician wd
Political party: People's Action Party wd
Education: National University of Singapore, Saint Andrew's Secondary School, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine wd
Spouse: Yeo Seh Geok wd

Positions held wd

President of Singapore (2 January 1971 – 12 May 1981)

Awards wd

Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath

Questions

When was Benjamin Sheares born?: Benjamin Sheares was born on 12 August 1907 in Singapore.
What positions has Benjamin Sheares held?: Positions held by Benjamin Sheares include: President of Singapore (1971–1981).
Where did Benjamin Sheares study?: Benjamin Sheares was educated at National University of Singapore, Saint Andrew's Secondary School, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

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