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Charles Taylor

22nd president of Liberia

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Charles McArthur Ghankay Taylor is a Liberian former politician. He served as the 22nd president of Liberia from 2 August 1997 until his resignation on 11 August 2003 as a result of the Second Liberian Civil War and growing international pressure. After leaving office, he was found guilty of war crimes committed in the Sierra Leone Civil War, and was sentenced to 50 years in prison.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Arthington wd
Citizenship
Liberia wd
Occupation
politician, warlord wd
Political party
National Patriotic Party wd
Education
Bentley University, The Newman School wd
Spouse
Jewel Taylor wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Liberia (2 August 1997 – 11 August 2003)

Awards wd

  • Order of African Redemption
  • Order of the Pioneers of Liberia
  • Order of the Star of Africa

Questions

When was Charles Taylor born?
Charles Taylor was born on 28 January 1948 in Arthington.
What positions has Charles Taylor held?
Positions held by Charles Taylor include: President of Liberia (1997–2003).
Where did Charles Taylor study?
Charles Taylor was educated at Bentley University, The Newman School.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Charles Taylor · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q49090 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Charles Taylor 1984 mugshot (cropped).jpg by Plymouth County Sheriff's Office (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 4 November 2026

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"Charles Taylor". DigiNepal. Last updated 2 November 2026. https://diginpl.com/people/charles-taylor. Retrieved 4 November 2026.

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