When was Johan Ferrier born?

Johan Ferrier was born on 12 May 1910 in Paramaribo.

What positions has Johan Ferrier held?

Positions held by Johan Ferrier include: President of Suriname (1975–1980); Prime Minister of Suriname (1955–1958); Governor of Suriname.

Where did Johan Ferrier study?

Johan Ferrier was educated at University of Amsterdam.

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Johan Ferrier

Dutch-Surinamese politician (1910-2010)

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Johan Henri Eliza Ferrier was a Surinamese politician who served as the first president of Suriname from 1975 to 1980. He was also the country's last governor-general before independence, serving from 1968 to 1975, before becoming the first president upon independence from the Kingdom of the Netherlands in 1975 and also served as the fifth prime minister from 1955 to 1958.

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Born: 12 May 1910 wd
Place of birth: Paramaribo wd
Died: 4 January 2010 wd
Place of death: Oegstgeest wd
Citizenship: Kingdom of the Netherlands, Suriname wd
Occupation: politician, teacher wd
Political party: National Party of Suriname wd
Education: University of Amsterdam wd
Spouse: Edmé Vas wd

Positions held wd

President of Suriname (25 November 1975 – 13 August 1980)
Prime Minister of Suriname (16 April 1955 – 16 July 1958)
Governor of Suriname

Awards wd

Knight of the Order of Orange-Nassau

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When was Johan Ferrier born?: Johan Ferrier was born on 12 May 1910 in Paramaribo.
What positions has Johan Ferrier held?: Positions held by Johan Ferrier include: President of Suriname (1975–1980); Prime Minister of Suriname (1955–1958); Governor of Suriname.
Where did Johan Ferrier study?: Johan Ferrier was educated at University of Amsterdam.

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