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Chan Yam Kwok (born February 21, 1862 – died October 17, 1936) was a prominent Hong Kong industrialist and member of the Chinese Revolutionary Alliance. He was the 21st-generation ancestor of the Chan Clan from Shui Wai Village, Shuinan Township, Taicheng, Taishan County, Guangdong Province. He is also the founder of the Chan Ming Yam Tong (Chan Yam Kwok Family).
Biography
In his early years, Chan Yam Kwok operated a pharmacy called "Po Chi Tong" in the United States, where he became a supporter and close associate of Sun Yat-sen, contributing financially to revolutionary activities on multiple occasions. After the founding of the Republic of China, he settled in Hong Kong.
Chan went on to establish several enterprises, including Luk Hoi Tong Company Limited, Luk Hoi Tong Life Insurance Company, Luk Hoi Tong Hostel, Luk Hoi Tong Hotel, Luk Kwok Hotel, and Nathan Hotel. He served as Chairman of the Board of Luk Hoi Tong Company Limited and as a Director of Shanghai United Insurance Company.[1][2]
Family
Chan Yam Kwok had two sons and one daughter. His eldest son was Chan Fu Cheung, and his second son was Chan Hong Cheung (also known as Dr. Chan Yuen Hei).[3]