About Harry Rawson

Admiral Sir Harry Holdsworth Rawson, was a Royal Navy officer. He is chiefly remembered for overseeing the Benin Expedition of 1897, a British punitive expedition against the Kingdom of Benin. Rawson's force looted and burned the palace, exiled the Oba, and plundered a large number of the Benin Bronzes and other royal treasures. Rawson was appointed Governor of New South Wales, serving from 27 May 1902 to 27 May 1909.

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Harry Rawson

Admiral and governor (1843-1910)

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About Harry Rawson

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Occupation: naval officer, politician
Position held: Governor of New South Wales
Citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Born: November 5, 1843
Died: November 3, 1910

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