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Also Known As Richard Assheton Cross, 1st Viscount Cross of Broughton-in-Furness
Born May 30, 1823 • England
Died January 8, 1914 (aged 90) • England
Title / Office House of Lords (1886-1914), United Kingdom
Political Affiliation Conservative Party
Role In Factory Act

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