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Alexander Robert Johnston

Hong Kong politician (1812-1888)

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Alexander Robert Johnston, FRS was a British colonial official who served twice as Acting Administrator of Hong Kong from 1841 to 1842. He also served in the Executive and Legislative Councils of Hong Kong. He became a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1845 for his work on the natural history of China.

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Born
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Place of birth
Colombo wd
Died
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Place of death
Pasadena wd
Citizenship
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland wd
Occupation
politician wd
Spouse
Frances Helen Palliser wd

Positions held wd

  • Governor of Hong Kong (13 June 1842 – 2 December 1842)
  • Governor of Hong Kong (22 June 1841 – 1 February 1842)

Awards wd

  • Fellow of the Royal Society

Questions

When was Alexander Robert Johnston born?
Alexander Robert Johnston was born on 14 June 1812 in Colombo.
What positions has Alexander Robert Johnston held?
Positions held by Alexander Robert Johnston include: Governor of Hong Kong (1842–1842); Governor of Hong Kong (1841–1842).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Alexander Robert Johnston · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q4719951 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Alexander Robert Campbell Johnston.jpg by Unknown author Unknown author (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 4 November 2026

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