Victor Hope
Scottish politician and Governor-General of India
Born
1887
138 years ago
Died
January 5th, 1952
73 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Scotland
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Served as the 46th Governor-General of India from 1936 to 1943. Oversaw India during critical years leading up to World War II. Played a role in the Indian independence movement, managing relations with Indian leaders. Had a military background as a colonel and previously served as a member of the House of Lords.
Served as Governor-General during WWII
Managed Indian governance transition
Held the title of Marquess of Linlithgow
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