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.
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Principal John Harward of Royal College encouraged de Souza’s passion for history and English literature.
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After six days in his cell, De Souza was released by order of Sir Robert Chalmers, the Governor.
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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.