Shirley Waldemar Baker
Prime Minister of Tonga (1839–1903) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Shirley Waldemar Baker (1836[1] – 16 November 1903) was a Methodist missionary in Tonga. He was the founder of the Free Church of Tonga and enjoyed significant influence during the reign of George Tupou I, who made him prime minister.
Quick Facts 2nd Prime Minister of Tonga, Monarch ...
Shirley Waldemar Baker | |
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2nd Prime Minister of Tonga | |
In office April 1881 – July 1890 | |
Monarch | George Tupou I |
Preceded by | Tevita ʻUnga |
Succeeded by | Siaosi U. Tukuʻaho |
Personal details | |
Born | 1836 London, United Kingdom |
Died | 16 November 1903 (aged 66–67) Ha’apai, Tonga |
Spouse | Elizabeth Powell |
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