Joseph James Cheeseman

Joseph James Cheeseman (March 7, 1843 November 12, 1896) was the 12th president of Liberia. Born at Edina in Grand Bassa County, he was elected three times on the True Whig ticket. Cheeseman was educated at Liberia College (now University of Liberia).

Joseph James Cheeseman
12th President of Liberia
In office
January 4, 1892  November 12, 1896
Vice PresidentWilliam D. Coleman
Preceded byHilary R. W. Johnson
Succeeded byWilliam D. Coleman
Personal details
Born1843
Edina, Liberia
DiedNovember 12, 1896(1896-11-12) (aged 53)
Monrovia, Liberia
Political partyTrue Whig
Alma materLiberia College
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