About Albert Callan
Lived 1839 – 1912 (aged 72–73). Albert Callan was a politician and company director.
Albert James Callan (December 1839 – 9 May 1912) was a Company director, and a member of both the Queensland Legislative Council and Queensland Legislative Assembly.
Early life Callan was born in Dublin, Ireland to John Bartholomew Callan and his wife Isabella (née Duthie) and educated at Jesuit's College, Dublin.
Political career Following the resignation of Robert Lyons, he entered state politics in 1889, Callan held the seat until the 1902 state election
Callan was then appointed to the Queensland Legislative Council in July 1902, remaining a member till his death ten years later.
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Who was Albert Callan?
Member of the Queensland Legislative Council
When was Albert Callan born?
Albert Callan was born in 1839 in Dublin.
When did Albert Callan die?
Albert Callan died on 9 May 1912 in New Farm.
What was Albert Callan's occupation?
Albert Callan was a politician and company director.
What nationality was Albert Callan?
Albert Callan's recorded nationality: Irish Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Albert Callan. https://biography.guide/albert-callan/
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