Benjamin Henry Sheares

Benjamin Henry Sheares (August 12, 1907-May 12, 1981) was the second President of Singapore. A Eurasian, Dr. Benjamin Sheares became Singapore's second president on January 2, 1971, and held the office of President until his death in 1981.

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August 12 - 1907 - May 12 - 1981 - President of Singapore - Eurasian - January 2 - 1971

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An obstetrician at the Kandang Kerbau Hospital and professor at the University of Malaya, Dr Sheares was also the first Chancellor of the National University of Singapore. He was succeeded as President by C. V. Devan Nair.

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Obstetrician - Kandang Kerbau Hospital - Professor - University of Malaya - Chancellor - National University of Singapore - C. V. Devan Nair

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