Edward Stafford Politician

Sir Edward Stafford GCMG (23 April 1819 – 14 February 1901) served as the third Premier of New Zealand on three occasions in the mid 19th century. His total time in office is the longest of any leader without a political party. He is described as pragmatic, logical, and clear-sighted.

Personal facts

Edward Stafford
Birth dateApril 23, 1819
Birth place
Edinburgh
Religion
Anglicanism
Date of deathFebruary 14, 1901
Education
Trinity College Dublin

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Office holder

governor
monarch
Queen Victoria
region
Nelson (New Zealand electorate)
Timaru (New Zealand electorate)
successor

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