Arthur Barclay

15th President of Liberia

Arthur Barclay - 15th President of Liberia
Born

July 31st, 1854
170 years ago

Died

July 10th, 1938
86 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Liberia

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Served as the 15th president of Liberia from 1904 to 1912. Leadership focused on economic development and infrastructure improvements. Advocated for modernizing the agricultural sector and promoting education. Implemented policies that aimed to strengthen the economy and increase trade relations with other nations.

Presided over Liberia during economic reforms

Promoted agricultural modernization

Enhanced infrastructure development

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