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Edward Rose Tunno

1794 – 1863

British politician

Politician Slave trader
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About Edward Rose Tunno

Lived 1794 – 1863 (aged 68–69). Edward Rose Tunno was a British politician and slave trader.

Edward Rose Tunno (1794–1863) was a Member of the Parliament of the United Kingdom for Bossiney, Cornwall, 1826–1832.

He had homes at Llangennech, near Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, Wales; Boverton Castle, Llantwit Major, Glamorganshire, Wales; and 19 Upper Brook Street, London, England.

Acting as executor to his father-in-law Job Raikes's (1767-1833) estate, that included plantation interests at Trinity plantation in Jamaica, he was listed as a claimant for compensation after the passing of the Slavery Abolition Act 1833.

His coalmine at Llangennech was worked by James Shears from 1824.

He was the uncle of the MP Edward John Sartoris (1814–88), to whom he bequeathed much of his estate.

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Important facts

Born
1794
Birth century
Died
1863
Positions held
Member of the 10th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 8th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 9th Parliament of the United Kingdom, High Sheriff of Carmarthenshire
Also known as
Edward Tunno

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Edward Rose Tunno?

British politician (1794–1863)

When was Edward Rose Tunno born?

Edward Rose Tunno was born in 1794.

When did Edward Rose Tunno die?

Edward Rose Tunno died in 1863.

What was Edward Rose Tunno's occupation?

Edward Rose Tunno was a politician and slave trader.

What nationality was Edward Rose Tunno?

Edward Rose Tunno was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward Rose Tunno

· Wikidata: Q5345113

· DBpedia: Edward Rose Tunno

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