When was William Robinson born?

William Robinson was born on 9 February 1836 in Grand Duchy of Baden.

What positions has William Robinson held?

Positions held by William Robinson include: Governor of Hong Kong (1891–1898); Governor of Trinidad and Tobago (1889–1891); Governor of Trinidad (1885–1889); Governor of Barbados (1880–1885); Governor of the Bahamas (1874–1880).

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William Robinson

11th Governor of Hong Kong, born 1836 (1836–1912)

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Sir William Robinson was a British colonial governor who was the last Governor of Trinidad and the first Governor of the merged colony of Trinidad and Tobago. He was also the 11th Governor of Hong Kong.

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Born: 9 February 1836 wd
Place of birth: Grand Duchy of Baden wd
Died: 1 December 1912 wd
Citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland wd
Occupation: politician, civil servant wd

Positions held wd

Governor of Hong Kong (10 December 1891 – 25 November 1898)
Governor of Trinidad and Tobago (1889–1891)
Governor of Trinidad (1885–1889)
Governor of Barbados (1880–1885)
Governor of the Bahamas (1874–1880)

Awards wd

Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George

Questions

When was William Robinson born?: William Robinson was born on 9 February 1836 in Grand Duchy of Baden.
What positions has William Robinson held?: Positions held by William Robinson include: Governor of Hong Kong (1891–1898); Governor of Trinidad and Tobago (1889–1891); Governor of Trinidad (1885–1889); Governor of Barbados (1880–1885); Governor of the Bahamas (1874–1880).

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