George Nathaniel Curzon was a British statesman and diplomat who lived from 1859 to 1925. He served as Viceroy of India from 1899 to 1905 and as the British Foreign Secretary from 1919 to 1924. Curzon was known for his imperialist views and played a significant role in shaping British foreign policy during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was also a prolific writer and traveler, and his efforts in India and the Middle East left a lasting impact on British colonial history.