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William Fox (politician)
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For other politicians called William Fox, see William Fox (disambiguation) § Politics.
Sir William Fox KCMG (20 January 1812 – 23 June 1893)[1] was the second premier of New Zealand and held that office on four occasions in the 19th century, while New Zealand was still a colony. He was known for his confiscation of Māori land rights, his contributions to the education system (such as establishing the University of New Zealand), and his work to increase New Zealand's autonomy from Britain. He has been described as determined and intelligent, but also as bitter and "too fond" of personal attacks. Different aspects of his personality are emphasised by different accounts.
Quick Facts The Right HonourableSir William FoxKCMG, 2nd Premier of New Zealand ...
Sir William Fox | |
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![]() Fox in 1890 | |
2nd Premier of New Zealand | |
In office 3 March 1873 – 8 April 1873 | |
Monarch | Victoria |
Governor | Sir George Bowen |
Preceded by | George Waterhouse |
Succeeded by | Julius Vogel |
In office 28 June 1869 – 10 September 1872 | |
Monarch | Victoria |
Governor | Sir George Bowen |
Preceded by | Edward Stafford |
Succeeded by | Edward Stafford |
In office 12 July 1861 – 6 August 1862 | |
Monarch | Victoria |
Governor | Thomas Gore Browne Sir George Grey |
Preceded by | Edward Stafford |
Succeeded by | Alfred Domett |
In office 20 May 1856 – 2 June 1856 | |
Monarch | Victoria |
Governor | Thomas Gore Browne |
Preceded by | Henry Sewell |
Succeeded by | Edward Stafford |
Personal details | |
Born | (1812-01-20)20 January 1812 South Shields, England |
Died | 23 June 1893(1893-06-23) (aged 81) Auckland, New Zealand |
Political party | None |
Spouse |
Sarah Halcomb (m. 1842–1893) |
Children | Ngataua Omahuru, renamed William Fox (Jr.) (adopted) |
Alma mater | Wadham College, Oxford |
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