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Edward Anson

1826 – 1925

British Army general

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About Edward Anson

Lived 1826 – 1925 (aged 98). Edward Anson was a British military personnel.

Awards and honours

Anson was invested with Companion of the Most Distinguished Order of St. Michael and St. George (CMG) in 1876 and Knight Commander of the Most Distinguished Order of St. Michael and St. George (KCMG) in 1882.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Positions held
Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island
Awards
Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George
Also known as
Sir Edward Anson, Archibald Edward Harbord Anson

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Edward Anson's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Edward Anson?

British Army general (1826–1925)

When was Edward Anson born?

Edward Anson was born on 16 April 1826 in London.

When did Edward Anson die?

Edward Anson died on 26 February 1925 in Hastings.

What was Edward Anson's occupation?

Edward Anson was a military personnel.

What nationality was Edward Anson?

Edward Anson was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward Anson

· Wikidata: Q2860087

· DBpedia: Edward Anson

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