Arthur Chung
First President of Guyana, Senior Magistrate, Sworn Land Surveyor (1918-2008) · Guyana · On the map · Politicians · Died at 90
Arthur Raymond Chung was President of Guyana from 17 March 1970 to 6 October 1980. He was the first ethnic Chinese president and head of state of a non-Asian country.
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A leader in Guyana's fight for independence during the British colonial era, Chung was honoured with Guyana's highest national honour, the Order of Excellence (O.E.).
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Guyana
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Politicians
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Politician
Status
Deceased
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Lived 1918 to 2008 · aged 90
