Albert Ballard
British politician
About Albert Ballard
Lived 1888 – 1969 (aged 80).
Albert Ballard CBE (2 August 1888 – 7 January 1969) was a leading figure in the British Co-operative Party.
Ballard became the election agent for A. V. Alexander in the Sheffield Hillsborough constituency in 1922; Alexander gained the seat for the Co-operative Party, taking the Labour Party whip in Parliament. Ballard also became active in the local Labour Party, joining the Fabian Society, and later acting as its local Chairman.
Alexander stood down at the 1950 general election, and Ballard secured the election of his chosen replacement, George Darling. However, he retired as election agent in 1954, He was appointed CBE in the 1955 Birthday Honours.
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Who was Albert Ballard?
British politician (1888-1969)
When was Albert Ballard born?
Albert Ballard was born on 2 August 1888.
When did Albert Ballard die?
Albert Ballard died on 7 January 1969.
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