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Henry Chester

1832 – 1914

Australian public servant

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Lived 1832 – 1914 (aged 81). Henry Chester was an Australian civil servant.

Henry Marjoribanks Chester (30 December 1832 – 3 October 1914) was a public servant and police magistrate in colonial Queensland.

Chester was born in London, England, son of William Chester, and educated at Christ's Hospital, the London School in Newgate Street and the Royal Mathematical School. In July of the next year Chester was appointed by Arthur Hamilton-Gordon, 1st Baron Stanmore to represent him in New Guinea in his capacity as High Commissioner of the Western Pacific. In July 1869, Jardine led his native troopers and armed crewmen from the blackbirding vessel Melanie in a dawn raid on a village on the island killing many people. Chester, in April of 1870 would lead an armed group on a raid, which resulted in the burning down of Muralag village, 20 men being captured and at least three executions.

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Who was Henry Chester?

Australian public servant (1832–1914)

When was Henry Chester born?

Henry Chester was born on 30 December 1832 in London.

When did Henry Chester die?

Henry Chester died on 3 October 1914 in Brisbane.

What was Henry Chester's occupation?

Henry Chester was a civil servant.

What nationality was Henry Chester?

Henry Chester was Australian.

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· Wikipedia: Henry Chester

· Wikidata: Q16058794

· DBpedia: Henry Chester

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