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William Williams

1851 – 1924

Tasmanian politician, born 1851

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About William Williams

Lived 1851 – 1924 (aged 73). William Williams was an Australian politician.

William Micah Williams (24 May 1851 – 11 August 1924) was an Australian politician, commonly referred to as W. M. Williams. He was born in New Norfolk, Van Diemen's Land. In 1916 he was elected to the Tasmanian Legislative Council as the Independent member for Hobart, serving until his defeat in 1922. Williams died in Hobart in 1924.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
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Positions held
Member of the Tasmanian Legislative Council
Also known as
William Micah Williams

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped William Williams's

Frequently asked questions

Who was William Williams?

Tasmanian politician, born 1851

When was William Williams born?

William Williams was born on 24 May 1851 in New Norfolk.

When did William Williams die?

William Williams died on 11 August 1924 in Hobart.

What was William Williams's occupation?

William Williams was a politician.

What nationality was William Williams?

William Williams was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Williams

· Wikidata: Q8020387

· DBpedia: William Williams (Tasmanian politician)

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