About William Wood
Lived 1816 – 1872 (aged 55–56). William Wood was a British politician.
William Wood (1816 – 19 June 1872) was a British Whig politician.
Wood was first elected Whig MP for Pontefract in 1857, but stood down at the next election in 1859.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Wood?
politician, died 1872
When was William Wood born?
William Wood was born in 1816.
When did William Wood die?
William Wood died in 1872.
What was William Wood's occupation?
William Wood was a politician.
What nationality was William Wood?
William Wood was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Wood (Pontefract MP)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Wood. https://biography.guide/william-wood-politician/
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