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Henny Eman (born 1887)
Aruban politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
This article is about the founder of the Aruban People's Party. For his grandson (born 1948), see Henny Eman.
Jan Hendrik Albert "Henny" Eman (7 August 1887 – 17 October 1957)[1] was an Aruban politician and founder of the Aruban People's Party[2] who led the movement for Aruba's autonomy from Curaçao.[3] His grandson went on to become the first Prime Minister of Aruba.[4]
Quick Facts Member of Parliament of the Netherlands Antilles, Member of Parliament of Curaçao ...
Henny Eman | |
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![]() Statue of Henny Eman in Oranjestad, next to Parliament | |
Member of Parliament of the Netherlands Antilles | |
In office 1954 – 17 October 1957 | |
Member of Parliament of Curaçao | |
In office 1941–1954 | |
Member of the Island Council of Aruba | |
In office 1922–1941 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Jan Hendrik Albert Eman (1887-08-07)7 August 1887 Aruba |
Died | 17 October 1957(1957-10-17) (aged 70) Aruba |
Political party | Aruban People's Party |
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