About Walter Elliot
Lived 1910 – 1988 (aged 78). Walter Elliot was a British athlete, politician and rugby union player.
Walter Elliot (17 February 1910 – 8 September 1988) was a British Conservative Party politician.
Elliot played seven Test matches for the England national rugby union team in the 1930s.
He was elected as Member of Parliament for Carshalton at a by-election in 1960, caused by the elevation to the peerage of the Conservative MP Antony Head. Elliot held the seat until he stood down at the February 1974 general election.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Walter Elliot?
British politician (1910-1988)
When was Walter Elliot born?
Walter Elliot was born on 17 February 1910.
When did Walter Elliot die?
Walter Elliot died on 8 September 1988.
What was Walter Elliot's occupation?
Walter Elliot was an athlete, politician and rugby union player.
What nationality was Walter Elliot?
Walter Elliot was British.
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· DBpedia: Walter Elliot (English politician)
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