When was David Lansana born?

David Lansana was born on 27 February 1922 in Baiima.

What positions has David Lansana held?

Positions held by David Lansana include: President of Sierra Leone.

Where did David Lansana study?

David Lansana was educated at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.

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David Lansana

Sierra Leonean politician (1922-1975)

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Brigadier David Lansana (22 March 1922 – 19 July 1975) was a Sierra Leonean military officer and prominent military figure in Sierra Leone during its colonial and post-independence period. Lansana was one of the most distinguished officers in the history of the Sierra Leone Armed Forces, and was one of the first Sierra Leoneans to train at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Berkshire, United Kingdom.

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Born: 27 February 1922 wd
Place of birth: Baiima wd
Died: 19 June 1975 wd
Place of death: Freetown wd
Citizenship: Sierra Leone wd
Occupation: politician wd
Education: Royal Military Academy Sandhurst wd
Spouse: Komeh Gulama Lansana wd

Positions held wd

President of Sierra Leone

About

Through his marriage to Komeh Gulama Lansana, the daughter of Paramount Chief Julius Gulama of Kaiyamba Chiefdom, Lansana was therefore a relative of Paramount Chief Ella Koblo Gulama and her husband Paramount Chief Bai Koblo Pathbana II, two of the nation's most influential politicians.

On 21 March 1967, Lansana staged Sierra Leone's first coup d'état. Lansana was charged with treason, tried and found guilty, and was eventually executed on 19 July 1975.

Questions

When was David Lansana born?: David Lansana was born on 27 February 1922 in Baiima.
What positions has David Lansana held?: Positions held by David Lansana include: President of Sierra Leone.
Where did David Lansana study?: David Lansana was educated at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.

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Last updated 1 November 2026 · facts checked 5 November 2026

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