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James Morris

Governor of the Bank of England

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James Morris was a banker.

James Morris was Governor of the Bank of England from 1847 to 1849. He had been Deputy Governor in 1847. He replaced William Robinson as Governor and was succeeded by Henry James Prescot. Morris's tenure as Governor occurred during the Panic of 1847.

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Occupation
Banker
Positions held
Governor of the Bank of England

Frequently asked questions

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Governor of the Bank of England

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James Morris was a banker.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Morris

· Wikidata: Q23617803

· DBpedia: James Morris (banker)

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