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Duncan MacGregor

1843 – 1906

University professor, public servant, health administrator

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Lived 1843 – 1906 (aged 63). Duncan MacGregor was a British physician and university teacher.

Duncan MacGregor M.A., M.B., (14 December 1843 – 16 December 1906) was a New Zealand university professor, public servant and health administrator.

He was born in Aberfeldy, Perthshire, Scotland the son of James MacGregor and Isabella his wife. He married at York Place, Edinburgh, in December 1870, to Miss Mary Johnston.

In August 1870 MacGregor was appointed Professor of Mental Science in the University of Otago, N.Z., a post which he resigned in 1886. From 1876 to 1882 Dr. MacGregor was medical officer of the Dunedin Lunatic Asylum, and in April 1886 was appointed Inspector-General of Asylums and Hospitals in New Zealand.

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Important facts

Birth century
Education
Breadalbane Academy, University of Aberdeen
Positions held
Professor of Mental and Moral Philosophy
Employers
University of Otago

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Duncan MacGregor?

university professor, public servant, health administrator (1843-1906)

When was Duncan MacGregor born?

Duncan MacGregor was born on 14 December 1843 in Aberfeldy.

When did Duncan MacGregor die?

Duncan MacGregor died on 16 December 1906 in Northland Region.

What was Duncan MacGregor's occupation?

Duncan MacGregor was a physician and university teacher.

What nationality was Duncan MacGregor?

Duncan MacGregor was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Duncan MacGregor

· Wikidata: Q5314453

· DBpedia: Duncan MacGregor (academic)

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