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Charles John Canning, Earl Canning: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Viscount Canning of Kilbrahan
Born December 14, 1812 • London • England
Died June 17, 1862 (aged 49) • London • England
Title / Office viceroy (1858-1862), India • governor-general (1856-1858), India
Role In British raj • Indian Rebellion of 1857

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