William Maunder Crocker

William Maunder Crocker (1843-1899), Devon, England, was an administrator in Borneo.

Education

Crocker was educated at a private school in Plymouth.

Career

In 1864, Crocker joined the Sarawak civil service, eventually deputising for the Rajah. In 1887, he became Governor of British North Borneo. The Crocker Range, Sabah, Borneo is named for him.

Personal life

He died in Surrey, England in 1899.

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