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Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp

1788 – 1856

Dutch colonial governor (1788–1856), owner/creator of the album amicorum of Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp

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About Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp

Lived 1788 – 1856 (aged 68). Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp was a Dutch politician and military personnel.

Carel Sirardus Willem, Count van Hogendorp (15 August 1788 – 29 October 1856) was acting Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies in 1840–1841.

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Important facts

Born
15 August 1788, Cossimbazar
Birth century
18th century
Died
29 October 1856, Utrecht
Occupation
Politician, military personnel
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Education
Royal Abbey of Sorèze
Positions held
Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Resident of Buitenzorg, Resident of Batavia, Member of the Raad van Indië
Awards
Knight of the Legion of Honour; Knight of the Order of the Union; Commander of the Order of the Netherlands Lion
Also known as
Hogendorp, Carel Sirardus Willem van (1788–1856), Carel Sirardus Willem van, Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp (1788–1856)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp?

Dutch colonial governor (1788–1856), owner/creator of the album amicorum of Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp (1788–1856)

When was Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp born?

Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp was born on 15 August 1788 in Cossimbazar.

When did Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp die?

Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp died on 29 October 1856 in Utrecht.

What was Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp's occupation?

Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp was a politician and military personnel.

What nationality was Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp?

Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp

· Wikidata: Q3122210

· DBpedia: Carel Sirardus Willem van Hogendorp

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