isaac featherston

Personal details

Full Name:

Isaac Earl Featherston

Lifetime:

21 Mar 1813–19 Jun 1876

Biography

Isaac Featherston

A stalwart of Wellington political life, Featherston served as provincial Superintendent and later served as a member of the House of Representatives, colonial secretary and minister without portfolio.

Events In History

5 April 1871

NZ's first overseas diplomatic post created

New Zealand’s first overseas diplomatic post was created when Isaac Featherston was appointed as agent-general in London. Read more...
25 March 1847

Wakefield and Featherston duel

Isaac Featherston, editor of the Wellington Independent, had in effect accused William Wakefield, the New Zealand Company's principal agent, of being a thief. Neither man was hurt in the duel. Read more...