About John Alexander
Lived 1802 – 1885 (aged 82–83). John Alexander was a British politician.
John Alexander (26 July 1802 – October 1885) was an Irish Conservative politician.
Alexander was the son of his namesake, John Alexander, and Christian née Izod. In 1848, he married Esther Brinkley, daughter of Matthew Brinkley; the couple had six children: John Alexander (born 1850); William Cranstoun Alexander (born 1851); Lorenzo Alexander (1853–1942); Charles Henry Alexander (born 1856); George Alexander (1858–1930); and Harriet Lucia Alexander.
Don’t just read it —
keep it.
Full-length biographies made to live with: read them, listen on the way to work, watch them tonight.
- E-book
- Audio
- Video
Instant download · yours to keep · every purchase keeps this site free
Important facts
People in John Alexander's life
Named in this biography and alive at the same time
Related people
Same field, nearest in time
Contemporaries
People whose lives overlapped John Alexander's
Frequently asked questions
Who was John Alexander?
politician, died 1885
When was John Alexander born?
John Alexander was born on 26 July 1802.
When did John Alexander die?
John Alexander died in 1885.
What was John Alexander's occupation?
John Alexander was a politician.
What nationality was John Alexander?
John Alexander was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Alexander (MP)
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Alexander. https://biography.guide/john-alexander-politician/
MLA: "John Alexander." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-alexander-politician/.
Chicago: "John Alexander." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-alexander-politician/.
Data last updated: 2026-09-20 · Spot an error? Report a correction.
Page generated 2026-09-27 05:00 UTC