About Colville Deverell
Lived 1907 – 1995 (aged 88). Colville Deverell was an Irish cricketer and politician.
Sir Colville Montgomery Deverell (21 February 1907 in Dublin, Ireland – 18 December 1995 in Wokingham, Berkshire, England ) was an Irish cricketer and colonial administrator.
Cricket
A right-handed batsman, He played one first-class match, playing for Dublin University against Northamptonshire in 1926. In the match, he opened the batting with Irish playwright Samuel Beckett.
Politics Later in life, he served as Governor of the Windward Islands.
He was secretary-general of the International Planned Parenthood Federation.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Colville Deverell?
Irish cricketer (1907-1995)
When was Colville Deverell born?
Colville Deverell was born on 21 February 1907 in Dublin.
When did Colville Deverell die?
Colville Deverell died on 18 December 1995 in Wokingham.
What was Colville Deverell's occupation?
Colville Deverell was a cricketer and politician.
What nationality was Colville Deverell?
Colville Deverell was Irish.
Sources & further reading
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