About James Scott
Lived 1810 – 1884 (aged 73–74). James Scott was a British surveyor, politician and farmer.
James Scott (1810 – 15 October 1884) was an Australian politician.
Scott was born in Earlston, Berwickshire, in Scotland in 1810. In 1869 he was elected to the Tasmanian House of Assembly, representing the seat of George Town. He served until 1877, and was then elected for South Launceston in 1878, serving until his death in Launceston in 1884.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Scott?
Scottish-Tasmanian politician and surveyor
When was James Scott born?
James Scott was born in 1810 in Earlston.
When did James Scott die?
James Scott died on 15 October 1884 in Launceston.
What was James Scott's occupation?
James Scott was a surveyor, politician and farmer.
What nationality was James Scott?
James Scott was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Scott (Australian politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Scott. https://biography.guide/james-scott-surveyor/
MLA: "James Scott." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-scott-surveyor/.
Chicago: "James Scott." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-scott-surveyor/.
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