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George Frederick Young

1791 – 1870

British politician

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About George Frederick Young

Lived 1791 – 1870 (aged 78–79). George Frederick Young was a British politician.

George Frederick Young (1791 - 23 February 1870) was an English shipbuilder and politician.

He was born the second son of Vice-Admiral William Young and his wife Ann Curling, the daughter of a shipbuilder. He became a leading partner in Curling, Young & Co. of London, constructors of East Indiamen and passenger steamships, and later developed interests in Lloyd's and the colonization of New Zealand.

George was Member of Parliament (MP) for Tynemouth and North Shields 1832–1838. He was the first member elected for the newly created constituency in the 1832 general election, and lost his seat to Charles Edward Grey on 23 February 1838 as a result of a petition following the 1837 general election. He was later MP for Scarborough 1851-1852.

His son Sir Frederick Young was a traveller and writer.

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Born
1791
Birth century
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Positions held
Member of the 15th 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

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Frederick Young?

British politician (1791–1870)

When was George Frederick Young born?

George Frederick Young was born in 1791.

When did George Frederick Young die?

George Frederick Young died on 23 February 1870.

What was George Frederick Young's occupation?

George Frederick Young was a politician.

What nationality was George Frederick Young?

George Frederick Young was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Frederick Young

· Wikidata: Q5539488

· DBpedia: George Frederick Young

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