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George Francis White

1808 – 1898

British army officer and water colourist

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About George Francis White

Lived 1808 – 1898 (aged 89–90). George Francis White was a British writer, artist and soldier.

George Francis White (1808–1898) was a colonel in the British Army who served in the British Raj. He was also an amateur artist and while stationed in India produced a book of engravings and sketches called, Views in India, Chiefly among the Himalaya Mountains.

Many of White's drawings were taken up by professional artists such as J. M. W. Turner, Cotman, Cox, Copley Fielding, Henry Martens, Prout, and developed into full-scale works.

After serving in India from 1825 to 1846, he returned to England and became the Chief Constable of Durham Constabulary.

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Born
1808, Chatham
Birth century
Died
1898
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Also known as
Colonel White, G. F. White, George Francis, Col. White

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Francis White?

British army officer and water colourist

When was George Francis White born?

George Francis White was born in 1808 in Chatham.

When did George Francis White die?

George Francis White died in 1898.

What was George Francis White's occupation?

George Francis White was a writer, artist and soldier.

What nationality was George Francis White?

George Francis White was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Francis White

· Wikidata: Q22013849

· DBpedia: George Francis White

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