Dirck Wilre
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Dirck Dircksz. Wilre (born 1636 – 27 September 1674) was a Dutch smuggler and slave trader who joined the Dutch West India Company in 1662, and who quickly climbed the ranks to become acting Director-General of the Dutch Gold Coast in 1662. He eventually was installed as full Director-General in 1668.
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Dirck Wilre | |
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Director-General of the Dutch Gold Coast | |
In office 12 December 1668 – May 1674 | |
Preceded by | Huybert van Ongerdonk |
Succeeded by | Johan Root |
In office 7 April 1662 – 23 December 1662 | |
Preceded by | Casper van Heussen |
Succeeded by | Jan Valckenburgh |
Personal details | |
Born | 1636 Graft, Dutch Republic |
Died | 27 September 1674 near Schiermonnikoog, Dutch Republic |
Spouse(s) | Helena Correa Maria de Perel |
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