William Wilby

William Wilby
26th General Officer Commanding, Ceylon
In office
1879–1882
Preceded byJohn Alfred Street
Succeeded byJohn Chetham McLeod
Personal details
Bornc. 1820
Died15 December 1893
AwardsCompanion of the Order of the Bath
Military service
Allegiance United Kingdom
Branch/service British Army
RankMajor-General
CommandsGeneral Officer Commanding, Ceylon
Battles/warsIndian Rebellion
British Expedition to Abyssinia
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Major-General William Wilby CB (c. 1820 – 15 December 1893) was the General Officer Commanding, Ceylon.