Richard Blanshard
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This article is about the first governor of the Colony of Vancouver Island. For the American pastor and songwriter, see Richard E. Blanchard, Sr.
Richard Blanshard MA (19 October 1817 – 5 June 1894) was an English barrister and first governor of the Colony of Vancouver Island from its foundation in 1849 to his resignation in 1851.
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Richard Blanshard | |
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Governor of the Colony of Vancouver Island | |
In office 1849–1851 | |
Succeeded by | James Douglas |
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Born | (1817-10-19)19 October 1817 London |
Died | 5 June 1894(1894-06-05) (aged 76) London |
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