When was Xu Shichang born?

Xu Shichang was born on 23 October 1855 in Weihui.

What positions has Xu Shichang held?

Positions held by Xu Shichang include: President of the Republic of China (1918–1922); Premier of the Republic of China (1914–1915); grand tutor of the Qing dynasty; Viceroy of Three Northeast Provinces; Junji dachen.

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Xu Shichang

President of the Republic of China (1855–1939)

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Xu Shichang was a Chinese politician who served as the President of China from 10 October 1918 to 2 June 1922. A member of the Anhui clique, he was the only permanent president of the Beiyang government to be a civilian; his presidency was also the longest of the Warlord Era. Previously, he was Minister of the Cabinet of the Imperial Cabinet during the Qing dynasty.

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Born: 23 October 1855 wd
Place of birth: Weihui wd
Died: 5 June 1939 wd
Place of death: Tianjin wd
Citizenship: Qing dynasty, Republic of China wd
Occupation: politician, artist wd
Political party: Anhui clique wd

Positions held wd

President of the Republic of China (10 October 1918 – 2 June 1922)
Premier of the Republic of China (1 May 1914 – 22 December 1915)
grand tutor of the Qing dynasty
Viceroy of Three Northeast Provinces
Junji dachen

Awards wd

doctor honoris causa from the University of Paris (1920)

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When was Xu Shichang born?: Xu Shichang was born on 23 October 1855 in Weihui.
What positions has Xu Shichang held?: Positions held by Xu Shichang include: President of the Republic of China (1918–1922); Premier of the Republic of China (1914–1915); grand tutor of the Qing dynasty; Viceroy of Three Northeast Provinces; Junji dachen.

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