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John Guise

Governor-General of Papua New Guinea (1914-1991) · Papua New Guinea · On the map · Politicians · Died at 76

Sir John Douglas Guise was a Papua New Guinean politician who served as the first governor-general of Papua New Guinea after the country's independence from Australia in 1975. Prior to the independence itself, Guise was a vocal advocate for a peaceful secession from Australia.

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A typical day, 30 days to 3 November 2026

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Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George

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Country
Papua New Guinea
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1914 to 1991 · aged 76