About Hendrik Jan Smidt
Lived 1831 – 1917 (aged 85). Hendrik Jan Smidt was a Dutch politician, archivist and governor.
Hendrik Jan Smidt (11 October 1831, in Assen – 14 March 1917, in The Hague) was a Dutch liberal politician. He served as Minister of Justice twice, and was Governor-General of Suriname between 30 July 1885 and 18 July 1888.
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Who was Hendrik Jan Smidt?
Dutch politician (1831–1917)
When was Hendrik Jan Smidt born?
Hendrik Jan Smidt was born on 11 October 1831 in Assen.
When did Hendrik Jan Smidt die?
Hendrik Jan Smidt died on 14 March 1917 in The Hague.
What was Hendrik Jan Smidt's occupation?
Hendrik Jan Smidt was a politician, archivist and governor.
What nationality was Hendrik Jan Smidt?
Hendrik Jan Smidt was Dutch.
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