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Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne

1910 – 1983

British politician

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Lived 1910 – 1983 (aged 72). Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne was a British politician and military personnel.

Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne, (16 November 1910 – 28 April 1983) was a British Conservative politician.

Background Redmayne was born in Nottingham, the second son of civil engineer and farmer, Leonard Redmayne and his wife Mildred. He was educated at Radley College. He served in World War II, commanding the 14th Battalion of the Sherwood Foresters (Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Regiment) in Italy in 1943 and the 66th Infantry Brigade from 1944 to 1945. He was awarded the DSO in February 1945, Mentioned in Despatches on 11 January 1945 and made an Honorary Brigadier in 1945.

Political career In 1950, Redmayne entered the Commons as Conservative MP for Rushcliffe. and after leaving the Commons, was created a life peer as Baron Redmayne, of Rushcliffe in the County of Nottinghamshire on 10 June 1966.

Personal life and death In 1932, Redmayne married Ann Griffiths, and they had a son, Nicholas.

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Important facts

Birth century
Education
Radley College
Positions held
Member of the Privy Council of the United Kingdom, Member of the 43rd Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 42nd Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 41st Parliament of the United Kingdom
Awards
Distinguished Service Order

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne?

British politician (1910-1983)

When was Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne born?

Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne was born on 16 November 1910 in Nottingham.

When did Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne die?

Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne died on 28 April 1983 in London.

What was Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne's occupation?

Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne was a politician and military personnel.

What nationality was Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne?

Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne

· Wikidata: Q6776445

· DBpedia: Martin Redmayne, Baron Redmayne

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