James W. Davidson

James W. Davidson
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Born(1872-06-14)June 14, 1872
DiedJuly 18, 1933(1933-07-18) (aged 61)
NationalityAmerican / Canadian
Occupation(s)Businessman, diplomat, explorer, journalist, philanthropist
Known forThe Island of Formosa, Past and Present
Contributions to Rotary International
TitleUS Consul to Formosa
Term(1898–1904)
SpouseLillian Dow Davidson

James Wheeler Davidson (14 June 1872 – 18 July 1933) was an American-born Canadian businessman, diplomat, explorer, journalist, and philanthropist. He is remembered for writing The Island of Formosa, Past and Present (1903), a book on the history of Taiwan. He is also noted for greatly aiding the internationalisation of Rotary International.