When was Richard Graves MacDonnell born?

Richard Graves MacDonnell was born on 3 September 1814 in Dublin.

What positions has Richard Graves MacDonnell held?

Positions held by Richard Graves MacDonnell include: Governor of Hong Kong (1866–1872); Governor of South Australia (1855–1862); Governor of the Gambia (1847–1851); Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia.

Where did Richard Graves MacDonnell study?

Richard Graves MacDonnell was educated at Trinity College, Dublin.

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Richard Graves MacDonnell

Former Governor of the Gambia, South Australia, Nova Scotia, and Hong Kong (1814-1881)

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Sir Richard Graves MacDonnell was an Anglo-Irish lawyer, judge and colonial governor. His posts as governor included Governor of the British Settlements in West Africa, Governor of Saint Vincent, Governor of South Australia, Governor of Nova Scotia and Governor of Hong Kong. Several places around the world are named for him, including MacDonnell Road in Hong Kong and the MacDonnell Ranges and Sir Richard Peninsula in Australia.

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Born: 3 September 1814 wd
Place of birth: Dublin wd
Died: 5 February 1881 wd
Place of death: Hyères wd
Citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland wd
Occupation: politician, lawyer, judge, colonial administrator wd
Education: Trinity College, Dublin wd
Spouse: Blanche Ann Skurray wd

Positions held wd

Governor of Hong Kong (11 March 1866 – 11 April 1872)
Governor of South Australia (8 June 1855 – 4 March 1862)
Governor of the Gambia (1847–1851)
Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia

Awards wd

Companion of the Order of the Bath
Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George

Questions

When was Richard Graves MacDonnell born?: Richard Graves MacDonnell was born on 3 September 1814 in Dublin.
What positions has Richard Graves MacDonnell held?: Positions held by Richard Graves MacDonnell include: Governor of Hong Kong (1866–1872); Governor of South Australia (1855–1862); Governor of the Gambia (1847–1851); Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia.
Where did Richard Graves MacDonnell study?: Richard Graves MacDonnell was educated at Trinity College, Dublin.

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