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Philip Howard

1801 – 1883

British politician

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Lived 1801 – 1883 (aged 81–82). Philip Howard was a British politician.

Philip Henry Howard (22 April 1801 – 1 January 1883), was a British Whig politician.

A member of the Howard family headed by the Duke of Norfolk, he was the son of Henry Howard, of Corby Castle, Cumberland, by Catherine Mary, daughter of Sir Richard Neave, 1st Baronet. He was a descendant of Lord William Howard, younger son of Thomas Howard, 4th Duke of Norfolk.

Howard was returned to parliament as one of two representatives for Carlisle in 1830. He lost his seat in July 1847 but the election was declared void in March 1848 and in that same month he was once again elected for the constituency. This time he held the seat until 1852. He was appointed High Sheriff of Cumberland for 1860–61.

Howard married Elizabeth, daughter of Major John Canning, in 1843. They lived at Corby Castle. Elizabeth died in February 1865. Howard remained a widower until his death in January 1883, aged 81.

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Important facts

Birth century
Died
1883
Occupation
Positions held
Member of the 15th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 14th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 13th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 12th Parliament of the United Kingdom
Also known as
Philip Henry Howard

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Philip Howard?

British politician (1801–1883)

When was Philip Howard born?

Philip Howard was born on 22 April 1801 in Edinburgh.

When did Philip Howard die?

Philip Howard died in 1883.

What was Philip Howard's occupation?

Philip Howard was a politician.

What nationality was Philip Howard?

Philip Howard was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Philip Howard

· Wikidata: Q7183768

· DBpedia: Philip Howard (Whig politician)

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