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Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet

1753 – 1839

British politician

Politician Abolitionist
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Lived 1753 – 1839 (aged 85). Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet was a British politician and abolitionist.

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Important facts

Born
27 October 1753
Birth century
18th century
Died
7 June 1839
Occupation
Politician, abolitionist
Nationality
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Kingdom of Great Britain
Positions held
Member of the 1st Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 2nd Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 17th Parliament of Great Britain, Member of the 18th Parliament of Great Britain
Also known as
Sir Robert John Buxton, 1st Bt.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet?

British politician (1753-1839)

When was Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet born?

Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet was born on 27 October 1753.

When did Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet die?

Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet died on 7 June 1839.

What was Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet's occupation?

Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet was a politician and abolitionist.

What nationality was Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet?

Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet

· Wikidata: Q7528732

· DBpedia: Sir Robert Buxton, 1st Baronet

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