Eduardus Johannes Petrus van Meeuwen

1802–1873 (age 71)

Biography

Eduardus Johannes Petrus van Meeuwen served the Dutch state with a calm dedication born from his deep roots in North Brabant’s civic life. Educated in law, he brought a thoughtful sense of justice to his work, cultivating a reputation for steady stewardship and measured counsel in provincial administration.

During a long career that spanned a turbulent century, he remained committed to bridging local concerns with national policies, always emphasizing goodwill and order. His presence at the Vught General Cemetery is a quiet testament to a life spent in public service and consideration for the common good.