Set the scene.
Anthony Mamo became Malta’s first Maltese Governor-General in 1971. On 13 December 1974, he became the republic’s first President.
Here’s the twist.
His earlier career included teaching criminal law, advising governments and serving as Chief Justice. Legal work linked these different roles.
Why it still matters.
Compare the two job titles. A familiar face can help carry a country through a major constitutional change, even while the source and meaning of the office change.
🧠 One to think about +
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