Forbes Burnham
Guyanese politician (1923-1985)
1923 — 1985
Quick Facts
Profession
Guyanese politician (1923-1985)
Born
February 20, 1923
Died
1985 (age ~62)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
politician
GuyanaBorn in GeorgetownDied in Georgetown
1923
Born in Georgetown (1923-02-20)
1964
Positionpremier (1964–1966)
1966
PositionPrime Minister of Guyana (1966–1980)
1980
PositionPresident of Guyana (1980–1985)
1985
Died in Georgetown
1987
Awardhonorary citizen of Zagreb
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Forbes Burnham?+
Forbes Burnham is Guyanese politician (1923-1985). Born in 1923.
When was Forbes Burnham born?+
Forbes Burnham was born on February 20, 1923.
When did Forbes Burnham die?+
Forbes Burnham died in 1985, at approximately 62 years of age.
Other famous people named Forbes
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Lamat
Star — harmony, beauty, abundance
Celtic Tree
Ash
Intuitive, artistic, imaginative
Ogham: Nion · Feb 18 – Mar 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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