Robert Duff (governor)

For other persons named Robert Duff, see Robert Duff (disambiguation).

Robert Duff (? – June 6, 1787) naval officer and colonial governor of Newfoundland, born England and died Queensferry, England.

Duff cousin of William Duff, Earl of Fife, joined the Royal Navy in 1744. He was appointed commander-in-chief and governor of Newfoundland in 1775.

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Preceded by Molyneux Shuldham	Commodore Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador 1775 — 1775	Succeeded by John Montagu

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