Edwin James Barclay was a Liberian politician, poet, and musician who served as the 18th president of Liberia from 1930 until 1944. He was a member of the True Whig political party, which dominated the political governance of the country for decades. Under Barclay's leadership, Liberia was an ally of the United States during World War II.
Edwin Barclay, 18th president of Liberia (born 1882)
On November 6, in the year 1955, Edwin Barclay, 18th president of Liberia (born 1882). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of November 6, one of 221 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Edwin Barclay. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on November 6, 1955 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 19 October 2026.
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