George Stanley (British politician)
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Sir George Frederick Stanley GCSI GCIE CMG (14 October 1872 – 1 July 1938) was a British soldier and Conservative Party politician who served as a member of the UK Parliament for Preston and, later, Willesden East. He also served the Governor of Madras from 1929 to 1934 and as Acting Viceroy of India in 1934.
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Sir George Frederick Stanley | |
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Governor of Madras | |
In office 11 November 1929 – 16 May 1934 | |
Preceded by | Sir Norman Marjoribanks (acting) |
Succeeded by | Mohammad Usman of Madras (acting) |
In office 15 August 1934 – 16 November 1934 | |
Preceded by | Mohammad Usman of Madras (acting) |
Succeeded by | John Erskine, Lord Erskine |
Personal details | |
Born | (1872-10-14)14 October 1872 |
Died | 1 July 1938(1938-07-01) (aged 65) United Kingdom |
Nationality | British |
Political party | Conservative |
Spouse | Lady Beatrix Taylour |
Parent(s) | Frederick Stanley, 16th Earl of Derby Lady Constance Villiers |
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