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George Wisdom

1899 – 1958

British colonial administrator

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About George Wisdom

Lived 1899 – 1958 (aged 58–59). George Wisdom was a British colonial administrator.

George Evan Cameron Wisdom (24 December 1899 – 25 May 1958) was a British colonial administrator who served as Resident Commissioner of the British Crown Colony of Malacca, Federation of Malaya, from 1949 to 1954.

Early life and education Wisdom was born on 24 December 1899, the son of George Wisdom and Ethel Evans. He was educated at Prince Edward School, Salisbury, Southern Rhodesia and Oxford University.

Career After serving with the Royal Air Force during World War I in Europe between 1917 and 1920, Wisdom joined the British Colonial Service and was an officer in government administration for 18 years in the Gold Coast. In 1937, Wisdom was serving as Lieutenant in the Gold Coast Defence Force. During World War II, he served in North Africa and the Far East from 1942 to 1945, and reached the rank of Colonel. He remained in the post until he retired from the service in 1954.

Personal life and death Wisdom married Dorothea Rodwell in 1927 and they had two sons.

Honours Wisdom was appointed Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George (CMG) in the 1954 New Year Honours.

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Important facts

Birth century
Died
1958
Education
Prince Edward School, University of Cape Town, Oriel College
Positions held
Resident Commissioner
Employers
Colonial Service
Awards
Rhodes Scholarship
Also known as
George Evan Cameron Wisdom

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Wisdom?

British colonial administrator

When was George Wisdom born?

George Wisdom was born on 24 December 1899.

When did George Wisdom die?

George Wisdom died in 1958.

What was George Wisdom's occupation?

George Wisdom was a colonial administrator.

What nationality was George Wisdom?

George Wisdom was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Wisdom

· Wikidata: Q125387813

· DBpedia: George Wisdom

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