About John Henry Orr
Lived 1918 – 1995 (aged 77). John Henry Orr was a police officer and rugby union player.
Sir John Henry Orr (13 June 1918 – 26 September 1995) was a Scottish police officer and was the first Chief Constable of the Lothian and Borders Police. He was also a former Scotland international rugby union player.
Police career
Orr became a clerk with the then Edinburgh City Police. After becoming a full police constable, he rose through the ranks and became Chief Constable of the former Lothians and Peebles Constabulary. Following a merger of three police forces on 16 May 1975, John Orr became the first Chief Constable of the newly created Lothian and Borders Police, serving in the post until 1983.
Provincial career
He played in the 1946 inter-city match for Edinburgh District.
International career
He played for Scotland twice in 1947.
Administrative career
He became the 89th President of the Scottish Rugby Union. He served the standard one year from 1975 to 1976.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Henry Orr?
British Chief Constable (1918-1995)
When was John Henry Orr born?
John Henry Orr was born on 13 June 1918 in Edinburgh.
When did John Henry Orr die?
John Henry Orr died on 26 September 1995 in Edinburgh.
What was John Henry Orr's occupation?
John Henry Orr was a police officer and rugby union player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Orr (police officer, born 1918)
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