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Edward Warren

1897 – 1983

Politician and businessman in New South Wales, Australia

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About Edward Warren

Lived 1897 – 1983 (aged 86). Edward Warren was an Australian politician, businessperson, accountant, business executive, managing director and soldier.

Sir Edward Emerton Warren, (26 August 1897 – 8 September 1983) was an Australian politician.

Warren was born in Broken Hill to mine manager John Warren. He was educated locally and in North Sydney, and was an office boy in a colliery firm from 1914. From 1915 to 1919 he served in the Australian Imperial Force, being awarded the Meritorious Service Medal. On his return he rejoined the colliery firm, and eventually rose to become general manager in 1945. In 1955 he was the foundation chairman of the Australian Coal Association, serving until 1972.

From 1955 to 1978 Warren was a Liberal member of the New South Wales Legislative Council. He was appointed a Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George in 1956, a Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1959, and a Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George in 1969. Warren died at Clifton Gardens in 1983.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Positions held
Member of the New South Wales Legislative Council
Awards
Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire; Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George; Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George; Meritorious Service Medal; Order of the Rising Sun
Also known as
Sir Edward Emerton Warren, Sir Edward Warren, Edward Emerton Warren, Edward Warren (New South Wales politician), Edward Warren (Australian politician), Edward Warren (politician)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Edward Warren?

politician and businessman in New South Wales, Australia (1897-1983)

When was Edward Warren born?

Edward Warren was born on 26 August 1897 in Broken Hill.

When did Edward Warren die?

Edward Warren died on 8 September 1983 in Kirribilli.

What was Edward Warren's occupation?

Edward Warren was a politician, businessperson, accountant, business executive, managing director and soldier.

What nationality was Edward Warren?

Edward Warren was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward Warren

· Wikidata: Q21069858

· DBpedia: Edward Warren (politician)

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