About James Hudson
Lived 1854 – 1912 (aged 57). James Hudson was a New Zealand explorer and physician.
Dr Hudson. Nelson Provincial Museum, Tyree Studio Collection 18777 RelationsSir William Hudson (Son)George V. Hudson (Brother) James Hudson (13 October 1854 – 8 July 1912) was a New Zealand medical doctor and explorer.
Hudson was born in London, United Kingdom, and attended Devizes Grammar School.
After practising for two years in Kimberley, South Africa and serving as a surgeon during the Zulu war of 1879 he emigrated to New Zealand in 1880. Hudson was dismissed by the lodge The Ancient Order of Foresters in 1896 because "he refused to reduced his rate below one pound per patient per annum".
Family Hudson's father and siblings also emigrated to New Zealand in the 1880s. One of his brothers was the entomologist George Hudson. Another son, Athol, was killed at the Somme in World War I.
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Who was James Hudson?
New Zealand doctor and explorer (1854-1912)
When was James Hudson born?
James Hudson was born on 13 October 1854.
When did James Hudson die?
James Hudson died on 8 July 1912.
What was James Hudson's occupation?
James Hudson was an explorer and physician.
What nationality was James Hudson?
James Hudson was New Zealand.
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