Charles Vandeleur Creagh
British colonial administrator (1842-1917)
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Summary
Charles Vandeleur Creagh was born on October 4, 1842[1], in County Clare[2]. He died on September 18, 1917[3]. He worked as a diplomat[4], jurist[5], botanical collector[6], and scientific collector[7].
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Ireland[8]
- Position held: Governor of North Borneo[9]
- Educated at: Eastman's Royal Naval Academy[10]
- Award received: Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George[11]
- Sex or gender: male[12]
- Family name: Creagh[13]
- Given name: Charles[14]
- Collection items at: Herbarium, Royal Botanic Gardens Kew[15], William and Lynda Steere Herbarium[16], Harvard University Herbaria[17], Natural History Museum[18], National Herbarium of New South Wales[19]
FAQs
Where was Charles Vandeleur Creagh born?
Charles Vandeleur Creagh was born in County Clare[2].
What did Charles Vandeleur Creagh do for work?
Charles Vandeleur Creagh worked as a diplomat[4], jurist[5], botanical collector[6], and scientific collector[7].
Where did Charles Vandeleur Creagh go to school?
Charles Vandeleur Creagh was educated at Eastman's Royal Naval Academy[10].
What awards did Charles Vandeleur Creagh receive?
Honors received include Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George[11].