William Thompson (Australian politician)
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For other people named William Thompson, see William Thompson (disambiguation).
William George Thompson (2 March 1863 – 7 March 1953) was an Irish-born Australian politician. He served as a Senator for Queensland from 1922 to 1932, representing the Nationalist Party and United Australia Party.
Quick Facts Senator for Queensland, Preceded by ...
William Thompson | |
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Senator for Queensland | |
In office 16 December 1922 – 30 June 1932 | |
Preceded by | John MacDonald |
Personal details | |
Born | (1863-03-02)2 March 1863 Lurgan, County Armagh, Ireland |
Died | 7 March 1953(1953-03-07) (aged 90) Petersham, New South Wales, Australia |
Nationality | Irish Australian |
Political party | Nationalist (to 1931) UAP (from 1931) |
Occupation | Businessman, soldier |
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