Robert Sayers
Miner and politician, Senator for Queensland, Australia
About Robert Sayers
Lived 1845 – 1919 (aged 74). Robert Sayers was an Australian politician, mine entrepreneur, gold miner and gold mining.
Robert John Sayers (27 January 1845 – 12 May 1919) was an English-born Australian politician. Born at Cowes, on the Isle of Wight, he was educated in England before migrating to Australia in 1863.
Sayers died in 1919, aged 74,
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Who was Robert Sayers?
miner and politician, Senator for Queensland, Australia (1845–1919)
When was Robert Sayers born?
Robert Sayers was born on 27 January 1845 in Cowes.
When did Robert Sayers die?
Robert Sayers died on 12 May 1919 in New Farm.
What was Robert Sayers's occupation?
Robert Sayers was a politician, mine entrepreneur, gold miner and gold mining.
What nationality was Robert Sayers?
Robert Sayers was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Sayers. https://biography.guide/robert-sayers/
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