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Langton, Edward (1828–1905)

politician

Edward Langton (1828-1905), by Johnstone, O'Shannessy & Co., c1900

Edward Langton (1828-1905), by Johnstone, O'Shannessy & Co., c1900

La Trobe Picture Collection, State Library of Victoria, H4703

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Edward Langton (1828-1905), by Johnstone, O'Shannessy & Co., c1900

Edward Langton (1828-1905), by Johnstone, O'Shannessy & Co., c1900

La Trobe Picture Collection, State Library of Victoria, H4703

Life Summary [details]

Birth

2 January, 1828
Gravesend, Kent, England

Death

5 October, 1905 (aged 77)
Toorak, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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