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John Stradling Thomas

1925 – 1991

British politician

Politician Lord Commissioner of the TreasuryMember of Parliament (United Kingdom)

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About John Stradling Thomas

Lived 1925 – 1991 (aged 65). John Stradling Thomas was a British politician, lord Commissioner of the Treasury, member of Parliament (United Kingdom) and treasurer of HM Household.

Sir John Stradling Thomas (10 June 1925 – 29 March 1991) was a Welsh Conservative Party politician. He was also a farmer, company director and broadcaster.

Background Thomas was born in the District of Carmarthen in Dyfed, Wales, and was educated at Rugby School and the University of London. He served on the council of the National Farmers Union.

Toward the end of his life, Thomas' health declined and his activity in parliament slowed considerably.

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Important facts

Born

10 June 1925

Birth century

20th century

Died

29 March 1991

Occupation

Politician, Lord Commissioner of the Treasury, Member of Parliament (United Kingdom), Treasurer of HM Household

Nationality

United Kingdom, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Welsh people

Education

University of London, Rugby School

Positions held

Member of the 50th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 49th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 48th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 47th Parliament of the United Kingdom

Awards

Knight Bachelor

Also known as

Sir John Stradling Thomas

People in John Stradling Thomas's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

John

1881 – 1963

Latin Catholic priest

Sir John

b. 1982

Artist

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped John Stradling Thomas's

George de Hevesy

1885 – 1966

Chemist

John Edensor Littlewood

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Stradling Thomas?

British politician (1925-1991)

When was John Stradling Thomas born?

John Stradling Thomas was born on 10 June 1925.

When did John Stradling Thomas die?

John Stradling Thomas died on 29 March 1991.

What was John Stradling Thomas's occupation?

John Stradling Thomas was a politician, lord Commissioner of the Treasury, member of Parliament (United Kingdom) and treasurer of HM Household.

What nationality was John Stradling Thomas?

John Stradling Thomas was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Stradling Thomas

· Wikidata: Q13530049

· DBpedia: John Stradling Thomas

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