About John Hancock
Lived 1846 – 1899 (aged 52–53). John Hancock was a British trade unionist, politician and printer.
John Hancock (1846 – 22 November 1899) was an Australian politician. He was born in Clerkenwell, London, son of Alexander Hancock, clerk, and his wife Elizabeth, née Russell. He was a Labour member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly from 1891 to 1892 for the seat of Collingwood and from 1894 to 1899 for the seat of Footscray.
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Who was John Hancock?
Australian trade unionist and politician (1846–1899)
When was John Hancock born?
John Hancock was born on 21 April 1846 in Clerkenwell.
When did John Hancock die?
John Hancock died in 1899 in Footscray.
What was John Hancock's occupation?
John Hancock was a trade unionist, politician and printer.
What nationality was John Hancock?
John Hancock was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Hancock (Australian politician)
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