The 19th century Guernsey sea captain who helped build Costa Rica

This innovative and entrepreneurial Guernsey sea captain who brought the very first consignment of Costa Rican coffee to St Katherines’ Dock, London in 1864. He is venerated as a hero in Costa Rica for his wide-ranging humanitarian and educational work.

Keep an eye out for news later this year of Wycombe for Fairtrade involvement in some special celebrations on this history.

This 2 minute ITV news video gives an excellent overview:
https://www.itv.com/watch/news/the-19th-century-guernsey-sea-captain-who-helped-build-costa-rica/djkrvx5

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