Edgeworth Beresford David facts for kids
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Sir Edgeworth Beresford David
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| 2nd Chief Secretary of Singapore | |
| In office 1958 – 2 June 1959 |
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| Preceded by | Sir William Goode |
| Succeeded by | Position abolished |
| Administrator of Hong Kong | |
| In office 31 December 1957 – 23 January 1958 |
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| Preceded by | Sir Alexander Grantham |
| Succeeded by | Sir Robert Black |
| Colonial Secretary of Hong Kong | |
| In office 4 May 1955 – 24 January 1958 |
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| Preceded by | Sir Robert Black |
| Succeeded by | Claude Bramall Burgess |
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| Born | 12 June 1908 London, United Kingdom |
| Died | 15 May 1965 (aged 56) Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
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| Relatives | Gwynaeth David David Arthur Meuric Nairne David Bronwyn David |
| Occupation | Colonial administrator |
Sir Edgeworth Beresford David (born 12 June 1908 – died 15 May 1965) was an important British government official. He worked in countries that were part of the British Empire. He was given special awards for his service, like the KBE and the CMG.
Sir Edgeworth started his career in 1930 as a young trainee. He worked for the British government department that managed its colonies. He later became a very important leader in both Hong Kong and Singapore.
He served as the Colonial Secretary of Hong Kong from 1955 to 1957. This role was like being a top manager for the government. He was also the last Chief Secretary of Singapore from 1958 to 1959.
For a short time in 1957, he was the Administrator of Hong Kong. This happened after the previous leader, Sir Alexander Grantham, left. Sir Edgeworth held the position until Sir Robert Black became the new Governor.
About Edgeworth David's Life
Edgeworth Beresford David was the son of Arthur Evan David and Kathleen Frances Kington. He was born in London, United Kingdom. He passed away in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Special Awards and Honours
Sir Edgeworth David received several important awards for his work. These honours were given by the British Queen to recognize his excellent service.
- Companion of St. Michael and St. George's Medal of Honor (CMG): He received this award in 1954. It was given during the British Queen's Birthday Awards.
- Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE): This higher honour was given to him in 1961. It was part of the New Year's Awards that year.
