Marguerite Pindling facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
The Most Honourable
Dame Marguerite Pindling
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Pindling in 2017
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| 10th Governor-General of the Bahamas | |
| In office 8 July 2014 – 28 June 2019 |
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| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Prime Minister | Perry Christie Hubert Minnis |
| Preceded by | Arthur Foulkes |
| Succeeded by | Cornelius A. Smith |
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Marguerite Matilda McKenzie
26 June 1932 Long Bay Cay, Bahamas |
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| Children | 4 |
Dame Marguerite Pindling is a very important person in the history of The Bahamas. She served as the tenth Governor-General of the Bahamas. This means she was the representative of the Queen (or King) in The Bahamas. She held this important role from July 8, 2014, to June 28, 2019. She was also the second woman to become Governor-General in The Bahamas.
Dame Marguerite was married to Sir Lynden Pindling. He was the very first Prime Minister of The Bahamas. They had four children together.
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Early Life and Family
Growing Up in The Bahamas
Marguerite Matilda McKenzie was born on June 26, 1932. Her parents were Reuben and Viola McKenzie. She was born in a place called Long Bay Cay in South Andros, The Bahamas.
When she was 14 years old, in 1946, she moved to Nassau. She went to live with her sister there. She also attended the Western Senior School for a short time.
Meeting Sir Lynden Pindling
After leaving school, Marguerite worked as an assistant. She helped photographers like Stanley Toogood and Colyn Rees. It was around this time that she met Lynden Pindling.
Lynden Pindling later became a very famous leader. He was the first black Premier of the Bahama Islands. He then became the first Prime Minister of The Bahamas. He served in this role for a long time, from 1969 to 1992.
Marguerite and Lynden Pindling got married on May 5, 1956. They stayed married until his passing on August 26, 2000. They had four children together. Their children are Obafemi, Leslie, Monique, and Michelle.
Public Service and Career
Helping the Community
Dame Marguerite Pindling has always been involved in helping others. From 1976 to 1991, she led the Fundraising Committee. This committee was part of the Bahamas Red Cross Society. The Red Cross helps people in need, especially during emergencies.
Becoming Governor-General
In June 2012, she took an oath to become Deputy to the Governor-General. This was a step towards her future important role. Then, in July 2014, she officially became the Governor-General of The Bahamas. She served in this high office until June 2019. As Governor-General, she represented the head of state. She also performed many important duties for the country.
Special Recognitions
Important Awards and Titles
Dame Marguerite Pindling has received special honors for her service. In 2014, she was given the title of Dame Grand Cross. This is part of the Order of St Michael and St George. It is a very high honor.
In August 2018, she was also named Chancellor of the Societies of Honour. This means she played a role in recognizing others for their contributions. These honors show how much her country appreciates her dedication.
See also
In Spanish: Marguerite Pindling para niños
