The Indian Biographical Dictionary (1915)/Robertson, Herbert Douglas
Robertson, Herbert Douglas, Inspector General of Police. Madras, (retired); b. 1859; entered service as European Head Constable, 1878; became Inspector, 1878; Assistant Superintendent of Police, 1882: in charge of Superintendent’s Office, N. Arcot, 20th to 23rd March 1885; seconded in the reorganisation, 1887; promoted to 1st grade, 1892; became Superintendent, 1892; Acting Assistant Inspector-General of Police, 1893; acted as Inspector-General of Police, Madras, 1906. Address: c/o India Office, London.