Robert Fullerton
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Robert Fullerton (16 January 1773 – 6 June 1831) was a Scottish colonial administrator who served as the first Governor of the Straits Settlements, appointed by the East India Company.
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Robert Fullerton | |
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1st Governor of the Straits Settlements | |
In office 27 November 1826 – 12 November 1830 | |
Monarch | George IV |
Preceded by | Position established |
Succeeded by | Robert Ibbetson |
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Born | (1773-01-16)16 January 1773 Edinburgh, Scotland |
Died | 6 June 1831(1831-06-06) (aged 58) London, England |
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Profession | Colonial administrator |
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