George Bettesworth Piggott facts for kids
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Sir
George Bettesworth Piggott
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| Chief Justice of Zanzibar | |
| In office August 1901 – 1904 |
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| Monarch | Edward VII |
| Preceded by | Walter Borthwick Cracknall |
| Succeeded by | Lindsey Smith |
| Assistant Judge for the Sublime Ottoman Porte | |
| In office 1904–1911 |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | 30 April 1867 |
| Died | 14 March 1952 (aged 84) Monte Carlo, Monaco |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Municipal Reform Party |
| Education | Middle Temple |
| Occupation | Judge |
Sir George Bettesworth Piggott was an important British judge. He was born on April 30, 1867, and passed away on March 14, 1952. He worked in many different roles for the British Empire, helping to shape laws and justice.
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Early Life and Education
George Piggott grew up in a family with a long history. His father, Fraser Piggott, was a justice of the peace, which means he helped keep law and order in his community. George's family had lived in a place called Fitzhall in West Sussex, England, since the 1400s. He went to school at the famous Westminster School.
A Career in Law
George Piggott began his legal training at the Middle Temple in June 1888. After finishing his studies, he worked as a lawyer in London and the South-East of England. In 1896, he started serving as a judicial officer in the British Central Africa Protectorate.
Judge in Zanzibar
In June 1900, George Piggott became an Acting Assistant Judge in Zanzibar. By August 1901, he was appointed the Chief Justice of Zanzibar. While in this role, he helped set up a strong legal system and put British imperial laws into practice.
Work in Constantinople
In 1904, Piggott moved to Constantinople (now Istanbul). There, he became an Assistant Judge for the Sublime Ottoman Porte. He retired from this position in 1911. After that, he returned to Africa, where he served on the East African Court of Appeal. He also worked as a judge for the Sultanate of Zanzibar.
Political Involvement
In 1913, George Piggott tried to become a member of the London County Council (LCC) for Battersea, representing the Municipal Reform Party. He was not successful that time. However, he later served on the LCC from 1917 to 1919 for Mile End. Then, he represented Clapham until 1922. When he left the LCC, he was the chairman of the Public Control Committee.
Personal Life
On July 12, 1904, George Piggott married Amy Spiller. Sadly, Amy passed away on April 14, 1909, in Helwan, Egypt.
In 1915, he married Nadine Beauchamp. Later, in 1927, he married Winifred Lathbury.
During the time leading up to and throughout World War II, Piggott and his third wife traveled around Canada and the United States. They enjoyed spending time with many important people, hosting guests at hotels in Palm Beach, Florida. They also went on holidays in Alberta's Rockies in Canada. They even attended parties with Archduke Franz Josef of Austria and his wife.
Sir George Bettesworth Piggott passed away on March 14, 1952, in Monte Carlo.
Honours and Awards
- Commander of the British Empire (CBE) – 1918
- Knight of the British Empire (KBE) – 1919
