When was Harry Atkinson born?

Harry Atkinson was born on 1 November 1831 in Broxton.

What positions has Harry Atkinson held?

Positions held by Harry Atkinson include: Speaker of the New Zealand Legislative Council (1891–1892); Minister of Education of New Zealand (1889–1889); Prime Minister of New Zealand (1887–1891); Minister of Finance (1887–1891); Prime Minister of New Zealand (1884–1884).

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Harry Atkinson

Prime Minister of New Zealand (1831-1892)

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Sir Harry Albert Atkinson served as the tenth premier of New Zealand on four occasions in the late 19th century, and was Colonial Treasurer for a total of ten years. He was responsible for guiding the country during a time of economic depression, and was known as a cautious and prudent manager of government finances, though distrusted for some policies such as his 1882 National Insurance (welfare) scheme and leasehold land schemes. He also participated in the formation of voluntary military units to fight in the New Zealand Wars, and was noted for his strong belief in the need for seizure of Māori land.

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Born: 1 November 1831 wd
Place of birth: Broxton wd
Died: 28 June 1892 wd
Place of death: Wellington wd
Citizenship: New Zealand wd
Occupation: politician wd
Political party: independent politician wd

Positions held wd

Speaker of the New Zealand Legislative Council (23 January 1891 – 28 June 1892)
Minister of Education of New Zealand (8 April 1889 – 9 July 1889)
Prime Minister of New Zealand (8 October 1887 – 24 January 1891)
Minister of Finance (8 October 1887 – 24 January 1891)
Prime Minister of New Zealand (28 August 1884 – 3 September 1884)
Prime Minister of New Zealand (25 September 1883 – 16 August 1884)
Minister of Finance (8 October 1879 – 16 August 1884)
Prime Minister of New Zealand (1 September 1876 – 13 October 1877)
Minister of Finance (1 September 1876 – 13 October 1877)
Minister of Finance (6 July 1875 – 15 February 1876)
Minister of Defence (24 November 1864 – 16 October 1865)
Member of the New Zealand Parliament

Awards wd

Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George

Questions

When was Harry Atkinson born?: Harry Atkinson was born on 1 November 1831 in Broxton.
What positions has Harry Atkinson held?: Positions held by Harry Atkinson include: Speaker of the New Zealand Legislative Council (1891–1892); Minister of Education of New Zealand (1889–1889); Prime Minister of New Zealand (1887–1891); Minister of Finance (1887–1891); Prime Minister of New Zealand (1884–1884).

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