Alidius Tjarda van Starkenborgh Stachouwer
1888–1978 (age 90)
Biography
Alidius Tjarda van Starkenborgh Stachouwer dedicated his life to public service, upholding democratic ideals through turbulent times. As a respected statesman he worked to balance domestic needs with international responsibilities, earning recognition for his steady leadership.
His career included diplomatic roles and contributions to national governance that left a calm and principled imprint on Dutch politics, and he is remembered for the integrity he brought to every office he held.