Edwin Barclay
Liberian politician (1882-1955) · Liberia · On the map · Politicians · Died at 73
Edwin James Barclay was a Liberian politician, poet, and musician who served as the 18th president of Liberia from 1930 until 1944. He was a member of the True Whig political party, which dominated the political governance of the country for decades.
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1955Died6 November 19551930Named President of LiberiaOffice3 December 1930 to 3 January 19441927Grand Cross of the Order of Saint-CharlesAward1920Named Secretary of stateOffice1 January 1920 to 1 January 19301882Born5 January 1882
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Under Barclay's leadership, Liberia was an ally of the United States during World War II.
Country
Liberia
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
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Lived 1882 to 1955 · aged 73
