Thomas Cockburn-Campbell
English-born journalist and politician in Australia
About Thomas Cockburn-Campbell
Lived 1845 – 1892 (aged 47). Thomas Cockburn-Campbell was a politician and journalist.
Early life Cockburn-Campbell was born in Exeter in 1845. He was the second son of Sir Alexander Thomas Cockburn-Campbell, the second baronet of Gartsford, and his wife Grace (née Spence).
Career Cockburn-Campbell left England for Queensland, Australia in 1864
In 1871, he was appointed a member of the colony's Legislative Council.
Music Cockburn-Campbell composed a waltz "The Fair Maid of Perth" (1890) dedicated to Miss Margaret Brockman (Mrs P. A. Hope), published in London.
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Who was Thomas Cockburn-Campbell?
English-born journalist and politician in Australia
When was Thomas Cockburn-Campbell born?
Thomas Cockburn-Campbell was born on 18 April 1845 in Exeter.
When did Thomas Cockburn-Campbell die?
Thomas Cockburn-Campbell died on 27 September 1892 in Perth.
What was Thomas Cockburn-Campbell's occupation?
Thomas Cockburn-Campbell was a politician and journalist.
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