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Du Cane, Sir Charles (1825–1889)

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Charles Du Cane (1825-1889), by unknown photographer

Charles Du Cane (1825-1889), by unknown photographer

La Trobe Picture Collection, State Library of Victoria, H22611

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Charles Du Cane (1825-1889), by unknown photographer

Charles Du Cane (1825-1889), by unknown photographer

La Trobe Picture Collection, State Library of Victoria, H22611

Life Summary [details]

Birth

5 December, 1825
Ryde, Isle of Wight, England

Death

25 February, 1889 (aged 63)
Witham, Essex, England

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