[1] After school he enlisted in the British Army, serving in the First World War with the Royal Field Artillery[3] and being mentioned in despatches.
During his time at Alliance he developed a mythical-like reputation as an inspiring teacher, educating many future politicians.
[4] In Jomo Kenyatta's first cabinet, nine out of the fifteen members had studied under Francis at Alliance.
[5] Francis died in Nairobi on 27 July 1966 and was buried within the grounds of Alliance High School.
[1] On his death, a silence was held in the House of Representatives, an honour usually reserved for Heads of State.