Pengiran Mohammad Abdul Rahman Piut
Bruneian nobility
Pengiran Mohammad bin Pengiran Abdul Rahman Piut (1906 – 25 May 1976) was a noble civil servant who held the position of Pengiran Temenggong in Brunei. Serving from 1971 to 1976, this title represents the fourth most senior rank within the wazir class of state officials. In addition, during the 1960s and 1970s, he occasionally served as a member of both the Legislative Council (LegCo) and the Privy Council of Brunei.
Pengiran Mohammad played a significant role in documenting Brunei's history, particularly in tracing key events before and after the Second World War. He contributed valuable insights, especially regarding Kampong Ayer and the administration of that era. His involvement in the development of Brunei's telecommunication services marked him as a pioneer in the field, and his contributions have left a lasting impact on the growth and progress of telecommunications in the country.
Early life and education
Pengiran Mohammad, born in 1906, was the son of Pengiran Abdul Rahman Piut and Pengiran Fatimah. He came from humble beginnings and had limited formal education. Despite this, he was selected as one of two teachers to be sent to Melaka Teacher Training College in Malacca, Malaya, for further training.
Career
His career began as a teacher at a Malay school.
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