Robert Samut
| Robert Samut | |
|---|---|
| Born | 17 October 1869 |
| Origin |
 Maltese |
| Died | 26 May 1934 (aged 64) |
| Genres | Classical |
| Occupation(s) | Composer |
| Years active | 1920–1934 |
Robert Samut M.B., CH.M (17 October 1869 – 26 May 1934) was a Maltese doctor and musician. He is best known for writing the music for the Maltese National Anthem.
Robert Samut was born at the Lion House in Floriana, Malta, 4th son of Guiseppe Samut and Marianna Darmanin. He studied medicine at the Royal University of Malta and at Edinburgh University,1890-95, where he graduated M.B. and Ch.M. and was bestowed a medal for his exceptional ability in anatomy.
From his very youth he had shown musical inclinations, and at one time had wanted to study music, but his father did not approve, and consequently Robert continued his career in medicine, following in the footsteps of two elder brothers (Richard and Carmelo), who were already well known doctors. His eldest brother, Lt Col Achilles Samut, was in the Army Ordance Corps and later became a Malta Senator 1921-29 and served in Sir Gerald Strickland's government 1927-29.
On his return to Malta from Edinburgh, he was appointed Professor of Physiology and Bacteriology at the Royal University of Malta. He was also nominated specialist of Pathology at the Central Civil Hospital in Floriana (a building which now houses the Island's Police HQ).
In 1897 Prof. Robert Samut joined The King's Own Malta Regiment of Militia as Lieutenant Surgeon. He was promoted to Captain in 1900 and Major in 1909.
Immediately following the earthquake at Messina in 1908, he rushed to the devastated city to give his help. His meritorious service was recognised by the King of Italy, who named him Cavaliere Ufficiale della Corona d’Italia, and also by the award of the Red Cross Diploma.
In 1915, during the First World War, he was posted with his regiment to Cyprus where he was given command of the Forest Military Hospital in Limassol. His work was highly acclaimed and was mentioned in various despatches and also received the General Service Medal.
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