John Henniker-Major, 8th Baron Henniker
The Lord Henniker | |
|---|---|
| British Ambassador to Denmark | |
| In office 1962–1966 | |
| Preceded by | Sir William Montagu-Pollock |
| Succeeded by | Oliver Wright |
| British Ambassador to Jordan | |
| In office 1960–1962 | |
| Preceded by | Sir Charles Johnston |
| Succeeded by | Sir Roderick Parkes |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 19 February 1916 |
| Died | 29 April 2004 (aged 88) |
| Nationality | British |
| Spouse(s) | Osla Benning (1946–1974; her death) Julia Poland (1976–2004; his death) |
| Children | 3 |
| Alma mater | Trinity College, Cambridge |
| Occupation | Civil servant and diplomat |
| Awards | Military Cross |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch/service | British Army |
| Years of service | 1939–1945 |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | Rifle Brigade |
| Battles/wars | Second World War |
John Patrick Edward Chandos Henniker-Major, 8th Baron Henniker KCMG CVO MC (19 February 1916 – 29 April 2004), known as Sir John Henniker-Major from 1965 to 1980, was a British peer, civil servant, and diplomat.