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3 unusual facts about Armand de Souza


Armand de Souza

He was the tenth descendant of Roulu Camotin who had converted to Catholicism at the point of the sword in 1537, changing his name to Diego de Souza at his baptism.

Principal John Harward of Royal College encouraged de Souza’s passion for history and English literature.

After six days in his cell, De Souza was released by order of Sir Robert Chalmers, the Governor.


Doric de Souza

Born to Goan ournalist Armand de Souza, who was the editor of the Morning Leader and a founding member of the Ceylon National Congress, Doric was educated at as a young child at St Bridgets Convent, and then at St. Joseph's College, Colombo as well the University College, Colombo where he graduated with a BA honours in English.


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