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Tony Benn

1925 – 2014

British politician

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About Tony Benn

Lived 1925 – 2014 (aged 88). Tony Benn was a British politician, autobiographer, diarist and writer.

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Important facts

Born
3 April 1925, Marylebone
Birth century
20th century
Died
14 March 2014, London
Occupation
Politician, autobiographer, diarist, writer
Nationality
United Kingdom, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Education
New College, Westminster School, Central Foundation Boys' School, New College, Oxford
Positions held
Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, Minister of Technology, Postmaster General of the United Kingdom, Secretary of State for Energy
Also known as
Anthony Neil Wedgwood Benn, Viscount Stansgate, 2nd Viscount Stansgate

Family & relationships

Spouse
Caroline Benn
Child
Hilary Benn
Child
Melissa Benn
Child
Stephen Benn, 3rd Viscount Stansgate

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Tony Benn?

British politician (1925–2014)

When was Tony Benn born?

Tony Benn was born on 3 April 1925 in Marylebone.

When did Tony Benn die?

Tony Benn died on 14 March 2014 in London.

What was Tony Benn's occupation?

Tony Benn was a politician, autobiographer, diarist and writer.

What nationality was Tony Benn?

Tony Benn was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tony Benn

· Wikidata: Q332412

· DBpedia: Tony Benn

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