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Geoffrey Johnstone

1927 – 2017

Bahamian lawyer

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About Geoffrey Johnstone

Lived 1927 – 2017 (aged 89). Geoffrey Johnstone was a diplomat and lawyer.

Sir Geoffrey Adams Dinwiddie Johnstone, (19 September 1927 – 4 August 2017) was a Bahamian politician and lawyer.

Early life and education Johnstone was born in Nassau, Bahamas, on 19 September 1927, the eldest son of the late Bruce Eric Johnstone and Wilhelmina Helena Aline Johnstone née Kemp. to June 1975 and as vice president from June 1975 to June 1976.

He was made Knight Commander of the Most Distinguished Order of St. Michael and St. George (KCMG) on 31 December 2001 in the Queen's New Years Honours for 2002.

Personal

Johnstone's hobbies included boating, fishing and shooting.

He served as an elder of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Kirk from April 1963 until his death. In November 2010. At the celebration of the Kirk's 200th anniversary, he received an achievement award for outstanding service to the Kirk and its mission.

Sir Geoffrey died on 4 August 2017.

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Important facts

Born
19 September 1927
Birth century
20th century
Died
4 August 2017
Occupation
Diplomat, lawyer
Awards
Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George
Also known as
Sir Geoffrey Adams Dinwiddie Johnstone, Geoffrey Adams Dinwiddie Johnstone

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Geoffrey Johnstone?

Bahamian lawyer (1927-2017)

When was Geoffrey Johnstone born?

Geoffrey Johnstone was born on 19 September 1927.

When did Geoffrey Johnstone die?

Geoffrey Johnstone died on 4 August 2017.

What was Geoffrey Johnstone's occupation?

Geoffrey Johnstone was a diplomat and lawyer.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Geoffrey Johnstone

· Wikidata: Q5534713

· DBpedia: Geoffrey Johnstone

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