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Philip William Skynner Miles

1816 – 1881

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About Philip William Skynner Miles

Lived 1816 – 1881 (aged 65). Philip William Skynner Miles was a British politician.

Philip William Skinner Miles (1816 – 1 October 1881), sometimes spelled Skynner Miles, was a British Conservative politician.

He was the son of Bristol Member of Parliament (MP) Philip John Miles and Clarissa née Peach.

Miles was elected a Conservative MP for Bristol at the 1837 general election and held the seat until 1852 when he did not seek re-election.

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Important facts

Born
15 May 1816, Clifton
Birth century
19th century
Died
1 October 1881, Bristol (UK Parliament constituency)
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Great Britain
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, High Sheriff of Gloucestershire
Also known as
Philip Miles, P. William Skinner Miles, Philip William Skinner Miles

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Philip William Skynner Miles?

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When was Philip William Skynner Miles born?

Philip William Skynner Miles was born on 15 May 1816 in Clifton.

When did Philip William Skynner Miles die?

Philip William Skynner Miles died on 1 October 1881 in Bristol (UK Parliament constituency).

What was Philip William Skynner Miles's occupation?

Philip William Skynner Miles was a politician.

What nationality was Philip William Skynner Miles?

Philip William Skynner Miles was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Philip William Skynner Miles

· Wikidata: Q26265459

· DBpedia: Philip William Skinner Miles

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