Jan van den Brink
Jan van den Brink | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 12, 1915 Netherlands |
| Died | July 19, 2006 (aged 91) |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman, politician |
| Known for | Minister of Economic Affairs (1948–1952) |
Johannes Roelof Maria "Jan" van den Brink (born 12 April 1915, died 19 July 2006) was a prominent Dutch businessman and politician affiliated with the Catholic People's Party (KVP). He held the position of Minister of Economic Affairs across three successive cabinets between 1948 and 1952, while repeatedly turning down invitations to assume the role of prime minister.
Decorations
| Ribbon bar | Distinction | Nation | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cross of the Order of the Crown | Belgium | 1 July 1952 | ||
| Knight of the Order of the Netherlands Lion | Netherlands | 12 April 1955 | ||
| Knight of the Order of the Holy Sepulchre | Holy See | 30 September 1962 | ||
| Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour | France | 10 December 1968 | ||
| Grand Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau | Netherlands | 30 April 1977 | Promoted from Commander (30 September 1952) | |
| Knight of the Order of St. Gregory the Great | Holy See | 1 May 1981 |