Background
HIGGINSON, George Wentworth Alexander was born on June 21, 1826. Son of General George Higginson, and Frances, daughter of 1st Earl of Kilmorey.
HIGGINSON, George Wentworth Alexander was born on June 21, 1826. Son of General George Higginson, and Frances, daughter of 1st Earl of Kilmorey.
Eton.
Ensign Grenadier Guards, 1845. In which regt. served thirty years. Was with it during whole of Crimean War, and twice promoted for service in the held.
Commanded Brigade of Guards and Home District, 1879-1884. Lieutenant-Governor of the Tower of London, 1888-1893. Is a Knight of the Legion of Honour.
Knight Grand Cross of the Crown of Italy. Crimean medal with four clasps. Or. 1903; Justice of the Peace; retired 1893.
Clubs: Carlton, Guards’.