About Edward Cox
Edward Cox was a politician and pastoralist.
Edward Cox (died 18 May 1868) was an English-born Australian politician.
He was the son of military officer William Cox and Rebecca Upjohn, and he migrated to New South Wales in 1800 with his family. He married Jane Maria Brooks; a son, Edward King Cox, would also serve in the New South Wales Parliament. Edward Cox inherited the semi-complete Fernhill at Mulgoa from his father, and also had a number of squatting properties. He was a non-elective member of the New South Wales Legislative Council from 1851 to 1855, and a member of the reconstituted Council from 1866 until his death in 1868.
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Who was Edward Cox?
politician from Australia
When was Edward Cox born?
Edward Cox was born in England.
When did Edward Cox die?
Edward Cox died on 18 May 1868 in New South Wales.
What was Edward Cox's occupation?
Edward Cox was a politician and pastoralist.
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· DBpedia: Edward Cox (Australian politician)
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