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Josias du Pré Alexander

1771 – 1839

British politician

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About Josias du Pré Alexander

Lived 1771 – 1839 (aged 67–68). Josias du Pré Alexander was a British politician.

Josias Du Pré Alexander (1771 – 20 August 1839) was an Irish-born officer of the British East India Company who sat in the House of Commons of the United Kingdom in two periods between 1820 and 1832.

Born in County Londonderry, Alexander joined the East India Company in 1796, and later became a private merchant in Calcutta. His time in India gained him huge wealth.

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Important facts

Born

1771

Birth century

18th century

Died

20 August 1839

Occupation

Politician

Nationality

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

Positions held

Member of the 8th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 10th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 7th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 9th Parliament of the United Kingdom

Also known as

Joseph Josias Du Pré Alexander

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Josias du Pré Alexander?

British politician

When was Josias du Pré Alexander born?

Josias du Pré Alexander was born in 1771.

When did Josias du Pré Alexander die?

Josias du Pré Alexander died on 20 August 1839.

What was Josias du Pré Alexander's occupation?

Josias du Pré Alexander was a politician.

What nationality was Josias du Pré Alexander?

Josias du Pré Alexander was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Josias du Pré Alexander

· Wikidata: Q17180500

· DBpedia: Josias Alexander

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Josias du Pré Alexander. https://biography.guide/josias-du-pre-alexander/

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