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Harry Douglass

1902 – 1978

British peer

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About Harry Douglass

Lived 1902 – 1978 (aged 75–76). Harry Douglass was a British functionary, trade unionist and politician.

Harry Douglass, Baron Douglass of Cleveland (1 January 1902 – 5 April 1978) was a British trade unionist.

Born in Middlesbrough, England, Douglass entered work at the age of 13, becoming a steel melter. He immediately joined the Iron and Steel Trades Confederation, and became a member of its executive council in 1933. Two years later, he was appointed as a full-time organiser for the union, then rose to become Assistant General Secretary in 1945 and finally General Secretary in 1953, serving until 1967. He was also President of the International Metal Workers' Federation. On retirement he was created a life peer on 22 September 1967, taking the title Baron Douglass of Cleveland, of Cleveland in the County of York.

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Important facts

Born
1902, Middlesbrough
Birth century
Occupation
Functionary, trade unionist, politician
Positions held
Member of the House of Lords
Also known as
Harry Douglas, Baron Douglass of Cleveland

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Harry Douglass's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Harry Douglass?

British peer (1902-1978)

When was Harry Douglass born?

Harry Douglass was born in 1902 in Middlesbrough.

When did Harry Douglass die?

Harry Douglass died on 5 April 1978.

What was Harry Douglass's occupation?

Harry Douglass was a functionary, trade unionist and politician.

What nationality was Harry Douglass?

Harry Douglass was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Harry Douglass

· Wikidata: Q5668443

· DBpedia: Harry Douglass

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