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Rupert Guinness, 2nd Earl of Iveagh

British politician (1874-1967) · United Kingdom · On the map · Politicians · Died at 93

Rupert Edward Cecil Lee Guinness, 2nd Earl of Iveagh was an Anglo-Irish businessman, politician, oarsman and philanthropist. Born in London, he was the eldest son of Edward Guinness, 1st Earl of Iveagh.

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Companion of the Order of the Bath
Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George
Order of the Garter

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He served as the 20th Chancellor of the University of Dublin from 1927 to 1963, succeeding his father who was Chancellor between 1908 and 1927.

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1874 to 1967 · aged 93