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Eugène Henry

1862 – 1930

Belgian colonial administrator

Military officer
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About Eugène Henry

Lived 1862 – 1930 (aged 68). Eugène Henry was a Belgian military officer.

Eugène Henry (22 December 1862 – 27 December 1930) was a Belgian civil servant and governor-general of Belgian Congo from 5 January 1916 until 30 January 1921.

He is buried in the Brussels Cemetery in Evere.

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Important facts

Born
22 December 1862, Soignies
Birth century
19th century
Died
27 December 1930, Brussels
Occupation
Military officer
Nationality
Belgium
Positions held
Governor-general
Awards
Grand Officer of the Order of Leopold; Commander of the Order of the Crown; Croix de guerre 1914–1918 (Belgium); Commander of the Order of the Star of Africa; Commander of the Royal Order of the Lion; Grand officer of the Order of the Crown of Italy; Commander of the Legion of Honour; Grand cross of the Order of the Black Star; Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George
Also known as
Eugene Henry

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Eugène Henry?

Belgian colonial administrator

When was Eugène Henry born?

Eugène Henry was born on 22 December 1862 in Soignies.

When did Eugène Henry die?

Eugène Henry died on 27 December 1930 in Brussels.

What was Eugène Henry's occupation?

Eugène Henry was a military officer.

What nationality was Eugène Henry?

Eugène Henry was Belgian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Eugène Henry

· Wikidata: Q3059927

· DBpedia: Eugène Henry

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