About Alexander Stuart
Lived 1824 – 1886 (aged 62). Alexander Stuart was a British politician and merchant.
Sir Alexander Stuart (21 March 1824 – 16 June 1886) was Premier of New South Wales from 5 January 1883 to 7 October 1885.
Early years Stuart was born at Edinburgh, the son of Alexander Stuart and his wife Mary, née McKnight.
Stuart returned to Sydney in 1852 and joined the Bank of New South Wales as assistant secretary, in 1853 he was assistant inspector.
On 8 February 1876 Stuart succeeded William Forster as colonial treasurer in the third ministry led by Sir John Robertson.
Honours
Stuart was created a Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George (KCMG) in 1885.
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Who was Alexander Stuart?
New South Wales politician and Premier (1824–1886)
When was Alexander Stuart born?
Alexander Stuart was born on 21 March 1824 in Edinburgh.
When did Alexander Stuart die?
Alexander Stuart died on 16 June 1886 in London.
What was Alexander Stuart's occupation?
Alexander Stuart was a politician and merchant.
What nationality was Alexander Stuart?
Alexander Stuart was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Alexander Stuart (Australian politician)
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