Military · Politics · Literature · 1870–1950
Jan Christiaan Smuts — Age, Birthday & Biography
Born: 24 May 1870 · Died: 11 September 1950 · Age at death: 80
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Jan Christiaan Smuts died aged 80. He was born on 24 May 1870 and died on 11 September 1950.
South African statesman who served twice as Prime Minister
Did you know?He is the only statesman to have signed the charters for both the League of Nations and the United Nations.
Field Marshal Jan Christian Smuts (Afrikaans:; baptismal name Jan Christiaan Smuts; 24 May 1870 – 11 September 1950) was a South African statesman, military officer and philosopher.
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- Age at death
- 80
- Years since death
- 76
- Born
- May 24, 1870 · Riebeek West, South Africa
- Died
- September 11, 1950
- Nationality
- Union of South Africa
- Known for
- Military, Politics, Literature
Family
- Spouse
- Isie Smuts
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