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Charles Taylor - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 28, 1948 |
|---|---|
| Age | 78 |
| Birthplace | Arthington, Montserrado County, Liberia |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Charles Taylor's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Former President of Liberia and convicted war criminal |
Intro
Charles Taylor is a Liberian former politician who served as the 22nd President of Liberia from 1997 until his resignation in 2003. He is known for his role in the Liberian Civil War and was later convicted of war crimes and crimes against humanity by the Special Court for Sierra Leone.
Early Life & Background
Charles Taylor was born in Arthington, Liberia in 1948. He studied in the United States, attending Bentley College in Massachusetts, before returning to Liberia and becoming involved in politics.
Career Highlights
- Became President of Liberia (1997-2003)
- Led the National Patriotic Front of Liberia during the Liberian Civil War
- Convicted of war crimes and crimes against humanity by the Special Court for Sierra Leone (2012)
Trivia
- First African head of state to be convicted of war crimes since the Nuremberg Trials.
- Was sentenced to 50 years in prison for aiding and abetting rebels in Sierra Leone.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Charles Taylor?
Charles Taylor is 78 years old.
When was Charles Taylor born?
Charles Taylor was born the 28 January 1948.
Where is Charles Taylor from?
Arthington, Montserrado County, Liberia.
On His Birth-Day
About January 28th, 1948, in brief:
- Historical events: Mikhail Baryshnikov, a renowned Latvian-American dancer, choreographer, and actor, was born on January 27, 1948, in Riga, Latvia.
- Day of the week: January 28th, 1948 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Now Is The Hour by Gracie Fields
- Popular movie: Johnny Belinda directed by Jean Negulesco
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