William Swainson (lawyer)
New Zealand lawyer and politician (1809–1884) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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William Swainson (25 April 1809 – 1 December 1884) became the second, and last, Attorney-General of the Crown colony of New Zealand and instrumental in setting up the legal system of New Zealand. He was the first Speaker of the New Zealand Legislative Council.
Quick Facts 2nd Attorney-General of the Crown Colony of New Zealand, Monarch ...
William Swainson | |
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2nd Attorney-General of the Crown Colony of New Zealand | |
In office 1841 – 7 May 1856 | |
Monarch | Victoria |
Preceded by | Francis Fisher |
Succeeded by | Frederick Whitaker |
1st Speaker of the Legislative Council | |
In office 1854–1855 | |
Succeeded by | Thomas Bartley |
Personal details | |
Born | (1809-04-25)25 April 1809 Lancaster, England |
Died | 1 December 1884(1884-12-01) (aged 75) Auckland, New Zealand |
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