About Robert Bruce
Robert Bruce was a British farmer.
Robert Bruce (1789–1824) was a Scottish arms trader and mercenary soldier on the north-east frontier of India. He took steps towards the introduction of tea plantations in Assam in the 1820s.
Life In early life, Bruce was a naval officer. In 1823 a despatch described Bruce as Indian-born. This was doubted, however, by Edward Albert Gait, who mentioned his brother, Charles Alexander Bruce, and his 1809 voyage to India. According to the Dictionary of Indian Biography, Charles Alexander Bruce was born in Assam, at Jorhat. Robert Bruce was resident at Jogighopa. The chief was Bisa Gam. Bruce died soon after, in 1824.
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Who was Robert Bruce?
Scottish gentleman who introduced the tea plantations in Assam
When did Robert Bruce die?
Robert Bruce died in 1824.
What was Robert Bruce's occupation?
Robert Bruce was a farmer.
What nationality was Robert Bruce?
Robert Bruce was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Bruce (trader)
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