When was Francis Bell born?

Francis Bell was born on 31 March 1851 in Nelson.

What positions has Francis Bell held?

Positions held by Francis Bell include: Prime Minister of New Zealand (1925–1925); Minister of Foreign Affairs (1923–1926); Minister of Justice (1923–1923); Minister of Internal Affairs (1920–1920); Minister of Education of New Zealand (1919–1920).

Where did Francis Bell study?

Francis Bell was educated at Auckland Grammar School, St John's College.

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Francis Bell

New Zealand politician (1851-1936)

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Sir Francis Henry Dillon Bell was a New Zealand lawyer and politician who served as the 20th prime minister of New Zealand from 14 to 30 May 1925. He was the first New Zealand-born prime minister, holding office in a caretaker capacity following the death of William Massey.

Quick facts

Born: 31 March 1851 wd
Place of birth: Nelson wd
Died: 13 March 1936 wd
Place of death: Wellington wd
Citizenship: New Zealand wd
Occupation: politician, cricketer, diplomat, lawyer, barrister, judge wd
Political party: New Zealand Reform Party wd
Education: Auckland Grammar School, St John's College wd

Positions held wd

Prime Minister of New Zealand (14 May 1925 – 30 May 1925)
Minister of Foreign Affairs (7 June 1923 – 18 January 1926)
Minister of Justice (13 January 1923 – 27 June 1923)
Minister of Internal Affairs (17 January 1920 – 14 May 1920)
Minister of Education of New Zealand (4 September 1919 – 3 April 1920)
Minister of Health (4 September 1919 – 3 April 1920)
Attorney-General of New Zealand (4 February 1918 – 18 January 1926)
Minister of Internal Affairs (10 July 1912 – 12 August 1915)
Mayor of Wellington (1897–1897)
Mayor of Wellington (1892–1893)
Member of the New Zealand Parliament
ambassador

Awards wd

Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George

Questions

When was Francis Bell born?: Francis Bell was born on 31 March 1851 in Nelson.
What positions has Francis Bell held?: Positions held by Francis Bell include: Prime Minister of New Zealand (1925–1925); Minister of Foreign Affairs (1923–1926); Minister of Justice (1923–1923); Minister of Internal Affairs (1920–1920); Minister of Education of New Zealand (1919–1920).
Where did Francis Bell study?: Francis Bell was educated at Auckland Grammar School, St John's College.

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