Benjamin Henry Sheares
Benjamin Henry Sheares (born August 12, 1907 in Singapore ; † May 12, 1981 ibid) was the second president of Singapore from 1971 to 1981 and successor to Yusof bin Ishak . He was previously the first chancellor of the National University of Singapore .
Trivia
A bridge in Singapore, the Benjamin Sheares Bridge , is named after him.
Web links
- Dr Benjamin Sheares. The Istana , January 25, 2013(English).
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Sheares, Benjamin Henry |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | second president of Singapore |
| DATE OF BIRTH | August 12, 1907 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Singapore |
| DATE OF DEATH | May 12, 1981 |
| Place of death | Singapore |