John Crawfurd
(1783-1868)
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John Crawfurd FRS (13 August 1783 – 11 May 1868) was a Scottish physician, colonial administrator and diplomat, and author. He is now best known for his work on Asian languages, his History of the Indian Archipelago, and his role in founding Singapore as the last British Resident of Singapore; the position of Resident was replaced by the Governor of the Straits Settlements.
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13 August 1783 Islay, Scotland
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11 May 1868 (aged 84) South Kensington, London, England
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| Zodiac | Leo |
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