Ruth Perry

Politician

1939 –

72

Who is Ruth Perry?

Ruth Sando Fahnbulleh Perry was Chairwoman of the Council of State of Liberia from 3 September 1996 until 2 August 1997, following the First Liberian Civil War. The Council of State consisted of a civilian chair, as well as members: Charles Taylor, United Liberation Movement of Liberia for Democracy-K leader Alhaji Kromah, Liberia Peace Council leader George Boley, and two other civilians.

She is known for being the first female president of Liberia. Liberia also has the distinction of electing Ellen Johnson Sirleaf as the first female African leader in modern times.

Following elections held in July 1997, Perry handed power to Charles Taylor on 2 August.

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Born
Jul 16, 1939
Grand Cape Mount County
Education
  • University of Liberia

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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