Jacques Coghen
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Count Jacques Andres Coghen (31 October 1791 in Brussels – 15 May 1858 in Brussels) was the second Minister of Finance of the Kingdom of Belgium (1831-1832), and a direct ancestor of the current King, Philippe of Belgium.[citation needed]
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Count Jacques Coghen | |
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Born | Jacques-André Coghen |
Nationality | Belgian |
Political party | Liberal |
Other political affiliations | Unionist, Catholic |
Relations | Great-great-great grandfather of King Philippe of Belgium |
Residence(s) | Brussels and Uccle |
Occupation | Banker, merchant |
Cabinet | Finance Minister |
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A founding father of Belgium, Coghen was a merchant, financier, and politician of the Liberal Party.[1] He was elevated to the rank of count in 1837.[2]