George Monckton-Arundell, 8th Viscount Galway facts for kids
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The Viscount Galway
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| 5th Governor-General of New Zealand | |
| In office 12 April 1935 – 3 February 1941 |
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| Monarch | George V Edward VIII George VI |
| Prime Minister | George Forbes Michael Joseph Savage Peter Fraser |
| Preceded by | The Lord Bledisloe |
| Succeeded by | The Lord Newall |
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| Born | 24 March 1882 |
| Died | 27 March 1943 (aged 61) Blyth, Nottinghamshire |
| Alma mater | Christ Church, Oxford |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch/service | British Army |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Battles/wars | First World War |
| Awards | Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George Distinguished Service Order Officer of the Order of the British Empire Mentioned in Despatches |
George Vere Arundel Monckton-Arundell, 8th Viscount Galway (born March 24, 1882 – died March 27, 1943) was an important British politician. He served as the fifth Governor-General of New Zealand from 1935 to 1941. This role meant he was the King's representative in New Zealand.
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Early Life and Education
George Vere Arundell Monckton-Arundell Galway was born on March 24, 1882. His parents were George Monckton-Arundell, 7th Viscount Galway and Vere Gosling. He had one sister, Violet Frances Monckton-Arundell.
He went to a special preparatory school in Berkshire. After that, he studied at Eton College from 1895 to 1900. He then attended Christ Church College at the University of Oxford from 1900 to 1904. There, he studied Modern History.
In 1931, George became the 8th Viscount Galway. This happened after his father passed away.
His Career
Military Service
George Monckton-Arundell started his military career in 1900. He joined the Nottinghamshire (Sherwood Rangers) Yeomanry. By 1902, he was a lieutenant. In 1904, he moved to the First Life Guards. This is a very old and important regiment in the British Army. He eventually became a colonel.
During the First World War, he held important roles. He was an adjutant general and a quartermaster general. These roles involved managing soldiers and supplies. He also served as the Colonel Commandant of the Honourable Artillery Company (HAC) from 1933 to 1935. He returned to this role after his time as Governor-General.
Political Goals
In 1910, George wanted to become a member of the House of Commons. This is part of the British Parliament. He tried to win a seat for the Scarborough area. He ran in two elections in 1910, but he did not win either time.
Governor-General of New Zealand
Viscount Galway became the Governor-General of New Zealand on April 12, 1935. He served in this important role until February 3, 1941. His strong military background impressed the government leaders in New Zealand.
His time as Governor-General was extended twice. This was because of the Second World War. Viscount Galway and his wife received many gifts while they were in New Zealand. Some of these gifts were later given to the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa in 1980.
Galway was also a freemason. During his time as Governor-General, he was the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of New Zealand. In 1937, he became a member of the Privy Council. This is a group of important advisors to the British monarch.
Later Years
After returning to England, Galway held an honorary position. He was the Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Nottinghamshire. He served under the 7th Duke of Portland.
Family Life
Viscount Galway married Lucia Margaret White in 1922. She was the daughter of the 3rd Baron Annaly. They had four children together:
- Mary Victoria Monckton (1924–2010)
- Celia Ella Vere Monckton (1925–1997)
- Isabel Cynthia Monckton (born 1926)
- Simon George Robert Monckton-Arundell (1929–1971)
He passed away suddenly on March 27, 1943, in Blyth.
Images for kids
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The family coat of arms for George Monckton-Arundell.
