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Ley, Thomas John (Tom) (1880–1947)

politician and murderer

Thomas John Ley (1880-1947), by Romney Studios

Thomas John Ley (1880-1947), by Romney Studios

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Thomas John Ley (1880-1947), by Romney Studios

Thomas John Ley (1880-1947), by Romney Studios

National Library of Australia, nla.pic-an23460617

Life Summary [details]

Birth

28 October, 1880
Bath, Somerset, England

Death

24 July, 1947 (aged 66)
Broadmoor, Berkshire, England

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