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Sir Arthur Porritt

Sir Arthur Porritt

Sir Arthur Espie Porritt (1967–72) was a transitional figure – New Zealand-born, but a British resident. He was the last Governor-General to wear the full civil uniform. In 1973, back in Britain, he was made Baron Porritt of Wanganui and Hampstead.

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How to cite this page: 'Sir Arthur Porritt', URL: http://www.nzhistory.net.nz/media/photo/sir-arthur-porritt, (Ministry for Culture and Heritage), updated 5-Jun-2007

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