Jan Heemskerk facts for kids
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Jan Heemskerk
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Portrait by Johan Heinrich Neuman, 1896
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| Chairman of the Council of Ministers | |
| In office 23 April 1883 – 20 April 1888 |
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| Monarch | William III |
| Preceded by | Theo van Lynden van Sandenburg |
| Succeeded by | Æneas, Baron Mackay |
| In office 27 August 1874 – 3 November 1877 |
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| Monarch | William III |
| Preceded by | Gerrit de Vries |
| Succeeded by | Jan Kappeyne van de Coppello |
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Jan Heemskerk Abrahamszoon
30 July 1818 Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Died | 9 October 1897 (aged 79) The Hague, Netherlands |
| Spouse | Anna Maria Heemskerk |
| Children | 8 |
| Occupation | Lawyer |
Jan Heemskerk Abrahamszoon (born 30 July 1818 – died 9 October 1897) was an important Dutch politician. He served as the leader of the government, known as the Chairman of the Council of Ministers, two times. His first term was from 1874 to 1877, and his second was from 1883 to 1888. Interestingly, his son, Theo Heemskerk, also became a Chairman of the Council of Ministers later on.
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Jan Heemskerk's Early Life and Career
Jan Heemskerk Abrahamszoon was born in Amsterdam, Netherlands, on 30 July 1818. His parents were Abraham Heemskerk and Joanna Jacoba Stuart. He was baptized in the Remonstrant Church in Amsterdam a month after his birth.
He studied law at university and became a lawyer. This job involves helping people with legal problems and understanding laws. After working as a lawyer, he became a member of the House of Representatives. This is a part of the Dutch parliament where elected officials make laws for the country.
Political Journey and Leadership
Jan Heemskerk started his political career as a liberal politician. Liberals often believe in individual freedoms and less government control. However, in 1866, he changed his views and became a conservative. Conservatives usually prefer traditional values and less change. He remained a conservative throughout his time as Prime Minister.
He served three times as the Minister of the Interior. This role is in charge of many things inside the country, like public safety and local governments. His terms were from 1866 to 1868, then 1874 to 1877, and finally 1883 to 1888.
During these periods, he also served as the temporary chairman of the Council of Ministers. This position is very similar to what we call the Prime Minister today. He held this top leadership role from 1867 to 1868, 1874 to 1877, and 1883 to 1888. From 1885 until his death, he was also a Minister of State, which is an honorary title given to important politicians.
Jan Heemskerk passed away on 9 October 1897, in The Hague, at the age of 79.
Family Life
Jan Heemskerk married his first cousin, Anna Maria Heemskerk, on 1 October 1846, in Utrecht. They had a large family with eight children in total. This included five sons and three daughters. Sadly, one of their sons died when he was a baby.
His son, Theo Heemskerk (1852–1932), followed in his father's footsteps. Theo also became the Chairman of the Council of Ministers from 1908 to 1913. Another son, Jan Frederik Heemskerk (1867–1944), also became a member of the House of Representatives.
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Portrait of Jan Heemskerk
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Jan Heemskerk around 1860
