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Philip Kenyon-Slaney

1896 – 1928

British politician

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About Philip Kenyon-Slaney

Lived 1896 – 1928 (aged 32). Philip Kenyon-Slaney was a British politician.

Major Philip Percy Kenyon-Slaney (12 February 1896 – 9 September 1928) was a British Conservative Party politician.

Kenyon-Slaney was son of Percy Kenyon-Slaney (1861–1911) and his wife, Geraldine Ellen Georgina, daughter of the Reverend George William Whitmore, who had made their home at Langworthy, Devon. His uncle Colonel William Kenyon-Slaney had also been a Member of Parliament.

He was educated at Bradfield School.

Throughout the First World War he served with Royal North Devon Yeomanry, Royal Field Artillery, seeing action on the Western Front. He was mentioned in despatches and awarded the Military Cross in the 1916 Birthday Honours. He was gassed several times, subsequently affecting his health. After the war he was on the Territorial Army Reserve of Officers with the rank of Major.

His health had caused him to announce he would not stand at the next general election.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Positions held
Member of the 34th Parliament of the United Kingdom
Awards
Military Cross
Also known as
Philip Percy Kenyon-Slaney, Major Philip Percy Kenyon-Slaney

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Philip Kenyon-Slaney?

British politician (1896-1928)

When was Philip Kenyon-Slaney born?

Philip Kenyon-Slaney was born on 12 February 1896.

When did Philip Kenyon-Slaney die?

Philip Kenyon-Slaney died on 9 September 1928.

What was Philip Kenyon-Slaney's occupation?

Philip Kenyon-Slaney was a politician.

What nationality was Philip Kenyon-Slaney?

Philip Kenyon-Slaney was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Philip Kenyon-Slaney

· Wikidata: Q7183891

· DBpedia: Philip Kenyon-Slaney

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