Edgar Ord Laird
Edgar Ord Laird | |
|---|---|
Laird in 1964 | |
| 3rd British High Commissioner to Brunei | |
| In office 9 December 1963 – 1965 | |
| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Preceded by | Angus Mackintosh |
| Succeeded by | Fernley Webber |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 16 November 1915 Northumberland, England |
| Died | 1992 (aged 77–78) |
| Alma mater | Emmanuel College (BA) |
| Occupation | Military officer and diplomat |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | British Army |
| Years of service | 1939–1946 |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | Royal Engineers |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
Major Edgar Ord Laird CMG MBE (16 November 1915 – 1992), sometimes referred to as Awang E.O. Laird, was a diplomat and formerly the British High Commissioner to Brunei.