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Capt. William Hobson, RN MP (1792 - 1842)
William Hobson's intelligence and sound education, most of which was gained at sea (Royal Navy, RN), are reflected in his dispatches and letters. He was of medium height and slender build, appearing pr...
Lieut. Willoughby Shortland MP (1804 - 1869)
Commander Willoughby Shortland RN (30 September 1804 – 7 October 1869) was a British naval officer and colonial administrator. He was New Zealand's first Colonial Secretary from 1841, after having arri...
