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Richard Mee Raikes

1784 – 1863

English banker;

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Lived 1784 – 1863 (aged 78–79). Richard Mee Raikes was a British banker.

Richard Mee Raikes (1784–1863) was an English banker, Governor of the Bank of England from 1833 to 1834. He had been Deputy Governor from 1832 to 1833. He replaced John Horsley Palmer as Governor and was succeeded by James Pattison. He was bankrupted in 1834.

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Important facts

Born
1784
Birth century
Died
1863
Occupation
Positions held
Governor of the Bank of England
Also known as
Richard Raikes

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Richard Mee Raikes?

English banker; (1784-1863)

When was Richard Mee Raikes born?

Richard Mee Raikes was born in 1784.

When did Richard Mee Raikes die?

Richard Mee Raikes died in 1863.

What was Richard Mee Raikes's occupation?

Richard Mee Raikes was a banker.

What nationality was Richard Mee Raikes?

Richard Mee Raikes was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Richard Mee Raikes

· Wikidata: Q23461909

· DBpedia: Richard Mee Raikes

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