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John Galsworthy

1919 – 1992

British diplomat and ambassador to Mexico

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About John Galsworthy

Lived 1919 – 1992 (aged 72). John Galsworthy was a British diplomat.

Sir John Edgar Galsworthy (19 June 1919 – 18 May 1992) was a British diplomat, ambassador to Mexico 1972–1977, and counsellor to the UK delegation to the EEC. He was knighted KCVO in 1975 on the occasion of the Queen's state visit to Mexico.

He was educated at Emanuel School and Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, and served in World War II as an officer in the Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry. His service number was 130051.

Galsworthy's brother, Sir Arthur Galsworthy KCVO, was the Governor of the Pitcairn Islands and High Commissioner to New Zealand from 1970 to 1973. In 1973, he was appointed Ambassador to Ireland, where he served from 1973 to 1976. Arthur Galsworthy is the father of the diplomat Sir Anthony Galsworthy.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Education
Corpus Christi College, Emanuel School
Positions held
Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Mexico
Employers
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Awards
Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order; Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George
Also known as
Sir John Edgar Galsworthy

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Galsworthy?

British diplomat and ambassador to Mexico (1919-1992)

When was John Galsworthy born?

John Galsworthy was born on 19 June 1919.

When did John Galsworthy die?

John Galsworthy died on 18 May 1992.

What was John Galsworthy's occupation?

John Galsworthy was a diplomat.

What nationality was John Galsworthy?

John Galsworthy was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Galsworthy

· Wikidata: Q6234771

· DBpedia: John Galsworthy (diplomat)

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