About William Lister
Lived 1809 – 1841 (aged 31). William Lister was a British politician.
William Cunliffe Lister (13 December 1809 – 12 August 1841) was a British Whig politician, and barrister.
First educated at Charterhouse School, in 1825 he was then admitted to Trinity College, Cambridge, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in 1831, before being called to the bar at Lincoln's Inn in 1834.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Lister?
politician (1809-1841)
When was William Lister born?
William Lister was born on 13 December 1809 in Addingham.
When did William Lister die?
William Lister died on 12 August 1841.
What was William Lister's occupation?
William Lister was a politician.
What nationality was William Lister?
William Lister was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Cunliffe Lister
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Lister. https://biography.guide/william-lister-politician/
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