George Hamilton-Browne

George Hamilton-Browne (22 Dec 1844 – 21 Jan 1916) was a British irregular soldier, adventurer, writer and impostor. He was born in Chelmsford 22 Dec 1844. He was the son of George Browne (Capt 44th Regiment) and Susanna Mary Hilton, who were married in Manchester 7 March 1844. He was twice married and died in Jamaica in Jan 1916. He was present at the Battle of Isandlwana in The Zulu War of 1879. He wrote three books about his experiences, some details of which have been claimed to be of dubious authenticity.