Hendrik Neyt

Hendrik Neyt (1778-1844) was a Brunanter politician, diplomat and former president.

Biography
Neyt was born in Grijzestad to an aristocratic family. The (van) Neyt family was very involved in politics, with 9 ancestors and relatives of him having been mayors of Grijzestad, since 1516. Neyt himself was in politics; in 1800 he was appointed mayor of Grijzestad, holding that position until 1806. He would become an advisor to the government on diplomacy, and in 1815 he was made an attache for the ambassador in Spain. In 1821 he became the ambassador for Austria, and in 1827 he was made the ambassador to Prussia. returning from Prussia in 1831 he would become and adviser to the king, and in 1838 he was appointed president by his majesty. Neyt was forced to resign in 1841 due to his ailing health. He would die in 1844.