Francis George Atkinson
British colonial administrator
About Francis George Atkinson
Lived 1874 – 1902 (aged 27–28). Francis George Atkinson was a British jesselton, known for Atkinson Clock Tower.
Francis George Atkinson (1874 – 6 December 1902) was the first district officer in Jesselton at British North Borneo.
Life and career
Atkinson was the second son of the Rev. F. H. Atkinson of Jersey and Mrs Mary Edith Atkinson. He was born in 1874 and educated at Victoria College, Jersey (Channel Islands).
After experiencing some time in Australia, he joined the Borneo service in March 1898 and was appointed to be District Officer, Jesselton in January 1901. Mr. Atkinson was popular among the government and his colleagues. He was fondly known as "West Coast Atky" His death in December 1902 was officially announced in The Straits Times newspaper on 10 January 1903. The British North Borneo Herald pays the following tribute to his memory:
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Francis George Atkinson?
British colonial administrator
When was Francis George Atkinson born?
Francis George Atkinson was born in 1874 in Victoria College.
When did Francis George Atkinson die?
Francis George Atkinson died on 6 December 1902 in British North Borneo.
What was Francis George Atkinson's occupation?
Francis George Atkinson was a jesselton.
What was Francis George Atkinson known for?
Francis George Atkinson was known for Atkinson Clock Tower.
What nationality was Francis George Atkinson?
Francis George Atkinson was British.
Sources & further reading
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