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John Hornby

1810 – 1892

Politician, died 1892

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About John Hornby

Lived 1810 – 1892 (aged 82). John Hornby was a British politician.

John Hornby (19 August 1810 – 5 December 1892) was a British Conservative politician.

Hornby was elected Conservative MP for Blackburn at the 1841 general election and held the seat until 1852.

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Important facts

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Positions held
Member of the 15th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 14th Parliament of the United Kingdom

People in John Hornby's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Hornby?

politician, died 1892

When was John Hornby born?

John Hornby was born on 19 August 1810.

When did John Hornby die?

John Hornby died on 5 December 1892.

What was John Hornby's occupation?

John Hornby was a politician.

What nationality was John Hornby?

John Hornby was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Hornby

· Wikidata: Q26690970

· DBpedia: John Hornby (MP)

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