When was Francis Henry May born?

Francis Henry May was born on 14 March 1860 in Dublin.

What positions has Francis Henry May held?

Positions held by Francis Henry May include: Governor of Hong Kong (1912–1919); Governor of Fiji (1911–1912); High Commissioner for the Western Pacific (1911–1912); Colonial Secretary (1902–1910); justice of the peace.

Where did Francis Henry May study?

Francis Henry May was educated at Trinity College, Dublin, Harrow School.

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Francis Henry May

British viceroy and colonial administrator (1860-1922)

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Sir Francis Henry May was a British colonial administrator who served as Governor of Fiji from 1911 to 1912 and Governor of Hong Kong from 1912 to 1918.

Quick facts

Born: 14 March 1860 wd
Place of birth: Dublin wd
Died: 6 February 1922 wd
Place of death: Clare wd
Citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland wd
Occupation: diplomat wd
Education: Trinity College, Dublin, Harrow School wd

Positions held wd

Governor of Hong Kong (1912–1919)
Governor of Fiji (21 February 1911 – 25 July 1912)
High Commissioner for the Western Pacific (21 February 1911 – 25 July 1912)
Colonial Secretary (1902–1910)
justice of the peace

Awards wd

honorary doctor of the University of Hong Kong
Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George
Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George
Legum Doctor
Doctor of Civil Law
Knight of the Order of Saint John

Questions

When was Francis Henry May born?: Francis Henry May was born on 14 March 1860 in Dublin.
What positions has Francis Henry May held?: Positions held by Francis Henry May include: Governor of Hong Kong (1912–1919); Governor of Fiji (1911–1912); High Commissioner for the Western Pacific (1911–1912); Colonial Secretary (1902–1910); justice of the peace.
Where did Francis Henry May study?: Francis Henry May was educated at Trinity College, Dublin, Harrow School.

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