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Alexander Alam

1896 – 1983

Australian politician, businessman and philanthropist, of Lebanese descent

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Lived 1896 – 1983 (aged 87). Alexander Alam was an Australian politician, businessperson and philanthropist.

Anthony Alexander Alam (23 February 1896 – 9 August 1983) was an Australian businessman, politician and philanthropist. He was one of the longest-serving members of the New South Wales Legislative Council, and a prominent member of the Lebanese community.

Biography

Early life Alam was born on 23 January 1896 in Wallsend. His parents were immigrant Lebanese storekeepers, Joseph Alam and Mary née Hashem. He was educated at De La Salle College Armidale. He married Therese Anthony (daughter of W. Anthony) at St. Columbia's Church, Charters Towers, Queensland, on 26 April 1924. when he retired from that position. He later filled a casual vacancy caused by the resignation of Ian Sinclair from 19 November 1963 until 22 April 1973, when he again retired. He was therefore an MLC for over forty-one years. In doing so, he was one of the very earliest people with Asian ancestry to be represented in any Australian legislature.

Honours He was appointed to the National Order of the Cedar (Lebanon), the Order of Nichan Iftikhar, the Légion d’honneur (France) and the Order of the Phoenix (Greece).

Death He died on .

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Positions held
Member of the New South Wales Legislative Council
Awards
Legion of Honour; National Order of the Cedar; Order of the Phoenix
Also known as
Alec Alam, Anthony Alexander Alam

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Alexander Alam?

Australian politician, businessman and philanthropist, of Lebanese descent (1896–1983)

When was Alexander Alam born?

Alexander Alam was born on 23 January 1896 in Wallsend.

When did Alexander Alam die?

Alexander Alam died on 9 August 1983.

What was Alexander Alam's occupation?

Alexander Alam was a politician, businessperson and philanthropist.

What nationality was Alexander Alam?

Alexander Alam was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alexander Alam

· Wikidata: Q4718198

· DBpedia: Alexander Alam

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