About Joseph Somes
Lived 1819 – 1871 (aged 52). Joseph Somes was a British politician.
Joseph Somes (1819 – 29 May 1871) was a British Conservative Party politician.
He was elected MP for Kingston upon Hull at a by-election in 1859 but lost the seat at the next election in 1865.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joseph Somes?
British politician (1819–1871)
When was Joseph Somes born?
Joseph Somes was born on 9 March 1819 in Stepney.
When did Joseph Somes die?
Joseph Somes died on 29 May 1871.
What was Joseph Somes's occupation?
Joseph Somes was a politician.
What nationality was Joseph Somes?
Joseph Somes was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joseph Somes (Hull MP)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joseph Somes. https://biography.guide/joseph-somes-politician/
MLA: "Joseph Somes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joseph-somes-politician/.
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