Arthur Dobbs

Arthur Dobbs (2 April 1689 – 28 March 1765) was a British colonial official who served as the seventh governor of North Carolina from 1754 until 1764.

For the politician in Northern Ireland, see Arthur Frederick Dobbs. For the New Zealand public servant, see Ned Dobbs.

His Excellency
Arthur Dobbs
Arthur Dobbs, c. 1753
7th Governor of North Carolina
In office
November 1, 1754 – October 27, 1764
Monarchs
Preceded byMatthew Rowan (acting)
Succeeded byWilliam Tryon
Personal details
Born(1689-04-02)April 2, 1689
Girvan, Scotland
DiedMarch 28, 1765(1765-03-28) (aged 75)
Brunswick Town, Province of North Carolina
Resting placeSt. Philip's Church, Brunswick Town
34°02′28.6″N 77°56′48.0″W
SpouseAnne Dobbs
Children4
Military service
Allegiance Great Britain
BranchBritish Army
Years of service1711–1712
RankCornet
UnitEchlin's Dragoons
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