Hendrik Verwoerd
Hendrik Verwoerd was a South African politician and the architect of apartheid, serving as Prime Minister from 1958 until his assassination in 1960. His policies institutionalized racial segregation and discrimination in South Africa, leading to widespread oppression of non-white populations. Verwoerd's legacy is one of severe social and political turmoil, and he remains a controversial figure in South African history.
Born on Sep 08, 1901 (123 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 1 | 1.00 | 0.39% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 228,991 | $350,000 | 1,351$ |
| Totals | 1 | 59,308,690 | 228,991 | $350,000 | 1,351$ |
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South Africa:
Hendrik Verwoerd is mentioned as one of the architects of apartheid.
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Spain:
Hendrik Verwoerd, the former Prime Minister of South Africa, made derogatory remarks about African women and children during the apartheid era.
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South Africa:
Hendrik Verwoerd was the architect of apartheid, and Krouse and Colman staged a successful satire about his life.
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