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Walter Patterson (governor)
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Walter Patterson (c. 1735 – 6 September 1798) was the first British colonial Governor of Prince Edward Island.
Quick Facts Lieutenant-Governor of St. John's Island, Preceded by ...
Walter Patterson | |
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Lieutenant-Governor of St. John's Island | |
In office 19 July 1769 – 17 June 1786 | |
Preceded by | Inaugural holder |
Succeeded by | Edmund Fanning |
Personal details | |
Born | c. 1735 Ramelton, County Donegal, Kingdom of Ireland |
Died | 6 September 1798(1798-09-06) (aged 62–63) London, England |
Spouse |
Hester Warren
(after 1770) |
Relations | Daniel Patterson (nephew) |
Children | 4 |
Parent(s) | William Patterson Elizabeth Todd |
Military service | |
Allegiance | ![]() |
Branch/service | 80th Regiment of Light-Armed Foot |
Rank | Captain |
Battles/wars | Seven Years' War |
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