About Frank Crossley Mappin
Lived 1884 – 1975 (aged 90). Frank Crossley Mappin was a New Zealand horticulturist.
Sir Frank Crossley Mappin, 6th Baronet (15 August 1884 – 25 January 1975) was a New Zealand orchardist, horticulturist and philanthropist. He was born in Scampton, Lincolnshire, England on 15 August 1884.
In 1953, Mappin was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Medal. He and his wife donated their Auckland home, which they had called Birchlands, to the New Zealand government to be used as Government House.
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Who was Frank Crossley Mappin?
Orchardist, horticulturist, philanthropist
When was Frank Crossley Mappin born?
Frank Crossley Mappin was born on 15 August 1884.
When did Frank Crossley Mappin die?
Frank Crossley Mappin died on 25 January 1975.
What was Frank Crossley Mappin's occupation?
Frank Crossley Mappin was a horticulturist.
What nationality was Frank Crossley Mappin?
Frank Crossley Mappin was New Zealand.
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