About Henry Lee
Lived 1856 – 1927 (aged 70–71). Henry Lee was an Australian politician.
Henry William Lee (1856 – 12 August 1927) was an Australian politician. Born in Gerringong, New South Wales, he was a dairy farmer on the Hunter Region, and became a leader in the dairying industry. In 1903, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives for the Free Trade Party, emphatically defeating Protectionist Francis Clarke for the seat of Cowper. However, he in turn was defeated in 1906 by Protectionist John Thomson. Lee subsequently became a businessman in Sydney. He died in 1927.
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Who was Henry Lee?
Australian politician (1856–1927)
When was Henry Lee born?
Henry Lee was born in 1856 in Gerringong.
When did Henry Lee die?
Henry Lee died on 12 August 1927.
What was Henry Lee's occupation?
Henry Lee was a politician.
What nationality was Henry Lee?
Henry Lee was Australian.
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· DBpedia: Henry Lee (Australian politician)
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