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Richard Bourke, 6th Earl of Mayo

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Richard Bourke, 6th Earl of Mayo
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Richard Bourke, 6th Earl of Mayo, was born in County Dublin, Ireland on 21 February 1822. He became the 4th Viceroy and Governor-General of India, serving from 12 January 1869 until his assassination on 8 February 1872. As the only Viceroy killed while in office, his life ended violently during an official visit to Port Blair.

Why this person is known: British Conservative statesman and 4th Viceroy of India (1822–1872)

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