Sir James Fergusson
Scottish soldier and politician, 6th Governor of New Zealand
Born
1832
193 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as the 6th Governor of New Zealand from 1883 to 1885. Held the title of 6th Baronet and had a military background as a soldier. Oversaw various administrative and political developments during the time in New Zealand, contributing to the governance of the region.
Governed New Zealand from 1883 to 1885
Served as a Baronet
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