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Also Known As Frederick William Lawrence
Born December 28, 1871 • London • England
Died September 10, 1961 (aged 89) • London • England
Title / Office House of Lords (1945-1961), United Kingdom • House of Commons (1923-1945), United Kingdom
Political Affiliation Labour Party
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