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Francis Burton Harrison

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Personal Details

Given Name
Francis Burton
Surname
Harrison
Occupation
Rep. from New York, 1903-1905, 1907-1913; Governor General, P.I., 1913-1921

The Name Francis

Origin
Latin
Meaning
A person from France or one who is free.
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The Harrison Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
Son of Harry, a diminutive of Henry.
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