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Richard Cobden

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Richard Cobden

Birth
Heyshott, Chichester District, West Sussex, England
Death
2 Apr 1865 (aged 60)
London, City of London, Greater London, England
Burial
West Lavington, Chichester District, West Sussex, England Add to Map
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Large granite slab with only his surname carved into it. (He had not wished to be buried in Westminister Abbey"among of those men of war".)
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English economist and politician, born at Dunford, Sussex, died at London.
Active as a salesman and manufacturer in London and Manchester, he engaged in politics fighting the protectionist Corn laws. Since 1841 Member of the Commons. In 1860, Cobden's action was decisive for the signing of a commercial treaty between Britain and France.
English economist and politician, born at Dunford, Sussex, died at London.
Active as a salesman and manufacturer in London and Manchester, he engaged in politics fighting the protectionist Corn laws. Since 1841 Member of the Commons. In 1860, Cobden's action was decisive for the signing of a commercial treaty between Britain and France.

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  • Created by: Dieter Birkenmaier
  • Added: Jan 14, 2007
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  • Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/17432207/richard-cobden: accessed ), memorial page for Richard Cobden (3 Jun 1804–2 Apr 1865), Find a Grave Memorial ID 17432207, citing St Mary Magdelene Churchyard, West Lavington, Chichester District, West Sussex, England; Maintained by Dieter Birkenmaier (contributor 46785965).