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Willem Janse van Rensburg

1818 – 1865

President of the South African Republic

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Lived 1818 – 1865 (aged 47). Willem Janse van Rensburg was a politician.

Willem Cornelis Janse van Rensburg (16 May 1818 – 13 August 1865) was the second President of the Executive Council of the South African Republic, from 18 April 1862 until 10 May 1864.

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Important facts

Born

16 May 1818, Beaufort West

Birth century

19th century

Died

13 July 1865, Rustenburg

Occupation

Politician

Nationality

South African Republic

Positions held

President of the South African Republic

Also known as

W. C. Janse van Rensburg, Willem Cornelis Janse van Rensburg

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Willem Janse van Rensburg?

president of the South African Republic (1818-1865)

When was Willem Janse van Rensburg born?

Willem Janse van Rensburg was born on 16 May 1818 in Beaufort West.

When did Willem Janse van Rensburg die?

Willem Janse van Rensburg died on 13 July 1865 in Rustenburg.

What was Willem Janse van Rensburg's occupation?

Willem Janse van Rensburg was a politician.

What nationality was Willem Janse van Rensburg?

Willem Janse van Rensburg's recorded nationality: South African Republic.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Willem Janse van Rensburg

· Wikidata: Q659988

· DBpedia: Willem Cornelis Janse van Rensburg

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