George Ernest Morrison

1862–1920 (age 58)

Biography

George Ernest Morrison served in public life with the curiosity of a journalist and the steadiness of a statesman, bringing insight to debates about imperial and colonial affairs. His interest in the wider world gave him a wide circle of acquaintances, and his travels informed his counsel on political matters.

He carried himself with a calm dignity, even when representing complex diplomatic interests, and his balanced perspective earned him respect from allies and opponents alike. He lies in Brompton Cemetery, remembered as a thoughtful public figure devoted to understanding the world.

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