D. R. Wijewardena
Don Richard Wijewardena (Sinhala:දොන් රිච්ඩ් විජෙවර්ධන) (23 February 1886 – 13 June 1950) was a Sri Lankan press baron who was involved in the Sri Lankan independence movement. A successful entrepreneur, he established Lake House newspapers and played a significant role in the independence movement.
Don Richard Wijewardena | |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | Don Richard Wijewardana 23 February 1886 British Ceylon |
| Died | 13 June 1950 (aged 64) |
| Nationality | Ceylonese |
| Spouse | Alice Meedeniya |
| Children | Two sons and Three daughters |
| Parent(s) | Don Philip Wijewardana (Father) Helena Weerasinghe (Mother) |
| Residence(s) | Rickman House, Arcadia |
| Alma mater | S. Thomas' College, Mutwal University of Cambridge |
| Occupation | Press Baron |
| Profession | Barrister |
| Known for | Lake House |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Ceylon |
| Branch/service | Ceylon Defence Force |
| Years of service | 1915-1917 |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Unit | Ceylon Light Infantry |
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