Arthur Barclay

Arthur Barclay

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Arthur Barclay was a prominent Liberian politician who served as the President of Liberia from 1904 to 1912. He is known for his efforts to modernize Liberia's infrastructure and maintain diplomatic relations with foreign powers. However, his administration was also marked by controversies, particularly regarding the treatment of native Liberians and his political rivalries, including his betrayal of Isaac Barnes during a boundary dispute negotiation.

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Arthur Barclay served as Liberia’s 15th president from 1904 to 1912.

"Let the Bond Remain Vibrant" | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2025-05-13
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Arthur Barclay was a President of Liberia of Bajan descent honored during the visit.

Barbados President Visits Liberia This Week | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2025-05-06
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Arthur Barclay is one of the three Liberian presidents of Barbadian ancestry.

Liberia, Barbados Deepen Historic Ties | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2025-04-30
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Arthur Barclay was the President of Liberia who appointed Isaac Barnes as chief commissioner to settle the Liberian/Sierra Leone boundary dispute.

From firebrand preacher to obscurity | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-02-23
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