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Sir Henry Parkes was very much in favour of federation, and is considered to be the Father of Australian Federation.
Parkes is perhaps best remembered for his famous Tenterfield Oration, delivered on 24 October 1889, at the Tenterfield School of Arts. In this speech, he advocated the Federation of the six Australian colonies.
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When did sir Henry Parkes die?
Sir Henry Parkes died on 27 April 1896.
Who was sir Henry parkes brother and sister's name?
Henry Parkes had a sister called Maria Parkes
Who did Sir Henry Parkes marry and when?
Henry Parkes married Clarinda Varney on the 11th July 1836
Was Sir Henry Parkes Australian?
No, Henry Parkes is English but he did die an Australian, after moving to Australia by ship.
When was sir Henry parkes knighted?
1877
When and which newspaper did Sir Henry Parkes publish?
Sir Henry Parkes established the Empire newspaper in December 1850. It continued to be published until 1858.
What was sir Henry parkes passion?
Sir Henry Parkes' passion was being a politician and a journalist. He is credited with being the first leader of the Federation of Australian Colonies.
What awards did sir Henry parkes receive?
none
Did Sir. Henry Parkes have children?
he did he had 16 children
Why is sir Henry parkes a sir?
Sir Henry Parkes is 'Sir' because in 1877, he was created Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George, and Knight Grand Cross of the same order in 1888.
Was Sir Henry Parkes for or against federation?
Sir Henry Parkes was very much in favour of federation, and is considered to be the Father of Australian Federation. Parkes is perhaps best remembered for his famous Tenterfield Oration, delivered on 24 October 1889, at the Tenterfield School of Arts. In this speech, he advocated the Federation of the six Australian colonies.
How long did Sir Henry Parkes live for?
Sir Henry Parkes lived for almost 81 years. He was born on 27 May 1815 and died on 27 April 1896.
