Matthew Whitworth-Aylmer, 5th Baron Aylmer
British military officer and colonial administrator / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Matthew Whitworth-Aylmer, 5th Baron Aylmer, GCB (24 May 1775 – 23 February 1850) was a British military officer and colonial administrator.
Quick Facts Governor General of British North America, Preceded by ...
The Lord Aylmer | |
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Governor General of British North America | |
In office 1830–1835 | |
Preceded by | Sir James Kempt |
Succeeded by | The Earl of Gosford |
Personal details | |
Born | (1775-05-24)24 May 1775 |
Died | 23 February 1850(1850-02-23) (aged 74) Eaton Square, London |
Resting place | West Norwood Cemetery |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Branch/service | British Army |
Rank | General |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath |
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