James Percy FitzPatrick
South African businessman and writer (1862–1931) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Sir James Percy FitzPatrick, KCMG (24 July 1862 – 24 January 1931), known as Percy FitzPatrick, was a South African author, politician, mining financier and pioneer of the fruit industry. He authored the classic children's book, Jock of the Bushveld (1907).[1] As a politician, he defended British Imperial interests before and during the Anglo-Boer War. FitzPatrick is responsible for the creation of the two-minute silence observed on Armistice Day.
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Sir Percy FitzPatrick | |
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Born | (1862-07-24)24 July 1862 |
Died | 24 January 1931(1931-01-24) (aged 68) |
Resting place | 33°28′25″S 25°36′20″E |
Nationality | South African |
Occupation(s) | Author, politician, mining financier, farmer |
Writing career | |
Language | English |
Period | 1907–1931 |
Subject | South Africa |
Notable works | Jock of the Bushveld (1907) |
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