Harry Barron facts for kids
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Major-General
Sir Harry Barron
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| 10th Governor of Tasmania | |
| In office 29 September 1909 – 9 March 1913 |
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| Monarch | Edward VII George V |
| Preceded by | Sir Gerald Strickland |
| Succeeded by | Sir William Ellison-Macartney |
| 16th Governor of Western Australia | |
| In office 17 March 1913 – 8 April 1917 |
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| Monarch | George V |
| Premier | John Scaddan (1913–16) Frank Wilson (1916–17) |
| Preceded by | Sir Gerald Strickland |
| Succeeded by | Sir William Ellison-Macartney |
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| Born | 11 August 1847 Denmark Hill, Surrey, England |
| Died | 27 March 1921 (aged 73) Weybridge, Surrey, England |
| Spouse | Clara Emily Kelly |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch/service | British Army |
| Years of service | 1867–1909 |
| Rank | Major General |
| Awards | Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George Commander of the Royal Victorian Order |
Sir Harry Barron was an important officer in the British Army. He later became a Governor in Australia. He served as the Governor of Tasmania from 1909 to 1913. After that, he was the Governor of Western Australia from 1913 to 1917.
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Who Was Sir Harry Barron?
Sir Harry Barron was born on August 11, 1847. His birthplace was Denmark Hill in Surrey, England. He went to a school called Stubbington House School when he was younger.
Early Life and Military Career
After school, Harry Barron joined the British Army. He became a soldier in 1867. He served in the army for many years, becoming a high-ranking officer. His rank was Major General. This means he was in charge of many soldiers. He served in the army until 1909.
In 1877, he got married to Clara Emily Kelly. They had one daughter together.
Serving as Governor
After his long career in the army, Sir Harry Barron took on new roles. He became a Governor in Australia. A Governor is like a representative of the King or Queen in a state or country. They help make sure things run smoothly and act as a link between the local government and the monarch.
Governor of Tasmania
Sir Harry Barron's first role as Governor was in Tasmania. He started this job on September 29, 1909. He worked there until March 9, 1913. During his time, Edward VII and later George V were the monarchs.
Governor of Western Australia
After his time in Tasmania, Sir Harry Barron moved to Western Australia. He became the Governor there on March 17, 1913. He served in this role until April 8, 1917. During this period, George V was the monarch. He worked with the Premiers John Scaddan and Frank Wilson.
Sir Harry Barron passed away on March 27, 1921, in Weybridge, England. He was 73 years old.
