Edward Twining Baron Twining Politician

Edward Francis Twining, Baron Twining, GCMG, MBE, KStJ, (29 June 1899 – 21 June 1967), known as Sir Edward Twining from 1949 to 1958, was a British diplomat, formerly Governor of North Borneo and Governor of Tanganyika. He was a member of the Twining tea family. In 1960 he published a book titled A History of the Crown Jewels of Europe; at over 700 pages it is probably the most extensive book on the subject.

Personal facts

Birth date	June 29, 1899
Birth name	Edward Francis Twining
Birth place	England , Westminster
Nationality	United Kingdom
Date of death	July 21, 1967
Place of death	England , Westminster