Jacob Mossel
Dutch colonial governor (1704-1761) · Netherlands · On the map · Politicians · Died at 56
Jacob Mossel went from being a common sailor at the age of 15, to become Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies from 1750 to 1761. Due to his position as a sugar magnate and opium dealer, he became one of the richest people on the planet.
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About this person
Country
Netherlands
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1704 to 1761 · aged 56
