George Forbes (cashier)

George Forbes (2 January 1825 – 25 May 1874) was a Scottish banker from Aberdeen who was Chief Cashier of the Bank of England from 1866–73.

He resigned his position owing to poor health, after 29 years with the bank.

[1] Forbes was replaced as Chief Cashier by Frank May.

[2] He died the following year at Mistley Abbey, Manningtree, aged 45.

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A George Forbes signed Bank of England £5 banknote of 1871.