History Resources - Members of Parliament
Francis Burgess
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Surname: BURGESS
Given Names: Francis
Title and Honours: Mr
Qualifications:
Date and Place of Birth: 1793
Date of Death: 24 February 1864 - Richmond, Tasmania
Legislative Council: 8 October 1856
Electorate: Cambridge
Party:
Positions Held:
Date of Departure: April 1859
Reason for Departure: Resigned.
Comments:
Fought in the Napoleonic Wars 1813-15. Elected at first election for bicameral Parliament.
House of Assembly Long Room Picture: 7