About Benjamin Crisp
Lived 1808 – 1901 (aged 93). Benjamin Crisp was a New Zealand politician.
Benjamin Crisp (11 May 1808 – 2 September 1901) was a New Zealand temperance advocate.
Early life Crisp was born in London on or about 11 May 1808; his parents were Benjamin Crisp, a tinsmith, and his wife, Sophia.
Life In 1819, when he was 11, he travelled to Hobart.
Personal life and death Crisp married Elizabeth Burnett on 14 December 1846; they had five sons and five daughters, whom Crisp brought to temperance meetings to display how they were thriving in a sober home. and was given a public funeral. His headstone is inscribed: "Erected by the Nelson citizens in memory of Ben Crisp who was the children's friend".
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Who was Benjamin Crisp?
Carrier, temperance reformer, character
When was Benjamin Crisp born?
Benjamin Crisp was born on 11 May 1808.
When did Benjamin Crisp die?
Benjamin Crisp died on 2 September 1901.
What was Benjamin Crisp's occupation?
Benjamin Crisp was a politician.
What nationality was Benjamin Crisp?
Benjamin Crisp was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Benjamin Crisp. https://biography.guide/benjamin-crisp/
MLA: "Benjamin Crisp." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/benjamin-crisp/.
Chicago: "Benjamin Crisp." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/benjamin-crisp/.
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