Sir David Watherston | |
---|---|
Chief Secretary, Federation of Malaya | |
In office 1952–1957 | |
Personal details | |
Born | 26 February 1907 |
Died | 16 January 1977 (aged 69) |
Nationality | British |
Children | 2 sons and 2 daughters |
Alma mater | Christ Church, Oxford |
Occupation | Colonial administrator and civil servant |
Sir David Watherston CMG KBE (26 February 1907 – 16 January 1977) was a British colonial administrator who served as Chief Secretary, Federation of Malaya from 1952 to 1957, and played a major role in the creation of Malaysia.