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Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper

1807 – 1858

English politician and cricketer

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About Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper

Lived 1807 – 1858 (aged 51). Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper was a British cricketer and politician.

Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper (5 May 1807 – 2 December 1858) was an English politician and cricketer with amateur status.

Early life Ashley was born at Wimborne St Giles in Dorset in 1807, a son of Cropley Ashley-Cooper, 6th Earl of Shaftesbury, and younger brother of Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury, and of Anthony William Ashley.

Career He was a member of parliament for Dorchester from 1831 to 1847.

Death He died in 1858 at Clewer in Berkshire.

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Important facts

Born
5 May 1807
Birth century
19th century
Died
2 December 1858
Occupation
Cricketer, politician
Nationality
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Education
Eton College
Positions held
Member of the 14th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 13th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 12th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 11th Parliament of the United Kingdom
Also known as
Henry Ashley

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper?

English politician and cricketer (1807-1858)

When was Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper born?

Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper was born on 5 May 1807.

When did Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper die?

Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper died on 2 December 1858.

What was Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper's occupation?

Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper was a cricketer and politician.

What nationality was Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper?

Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper

· Wikidata: Q16066161

· DBpedia: Henry Ashley (Dorchester MP)

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