About George Jackson
Lived 1856 – 1938 (aged 81). George Jackson was a politician and miner.
George Jackson (31 December 1856 – 12 February 1938) was a member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly.
Biography Jackson was born in Manchester, England, the son of James Jackson and his wife Hannah (née Hilton). He married Mary Hannah Welch at Charters Towers in 1878. and was buried in the South Brisbane Cemetery.
Public career Jackson held the seat of Kennedy in the Queensland Legislative Assembly from 1893 until his defeat in 1909. He was the Chairman of Committees 1903-1907 and the Secretary for Mines and Public Works in 1909.
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Who was George Jackson?
Australian politician
When was George Jackson born?
George Jackson was born on 31 December 1856 in Manchester.
When did George Jackson die?
George Jackson died on 12 February 1938 in Brisbane.
What was George Jackson's occupation?
George Jackson was a politician and miner.
What nationality was George Jackson?
George Jackson's recorded nationality: English Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Jackson (Australian politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Jackson. https://biography.guide/george-jackson-politician-1856/
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