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Sir Henry Parkes's campaign resulted in federation of the states in Australia, and for this reason he is referred to as the Father of Federation.
Parkes is remembered for his famous Tenterfield Oration, delivered on 24 October 1889, at the Tenterfield School of Arts. In this speech, he campaigned heavily for Federation of the six Australian colonies. Tenterfield was selected as the place to make his stand as it was part of New South Wales but a long distance away from Sydney. This meant that the town was disadvantaged by the steep tariffs imposed on the transportation of goods across the border to Queensland, where the closer trade centre of Brisbane was located.
His promotion of Federation was based on the fact that it would enable free trade across the borders. Parkes made a significant contribution to the Federation movement in Australia.
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What were Henry Parkes jobs?
Sir Henry Parkes had many jobs. He was a farmer's labour, clerk then the premier of NSW but was on and off between 1872 - 1891
What awards did sir Henry parkes receive?
none
Who was Henry parkes mum and dads name?
marthor faulconbrige
What was sir Henry parkes beliefs?
he had a family
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bob
Who was sir Henry parkes brother and sister's name?
Henry Parkes had a sister called Maria Parkes
When did sir Henry Parkes die?
Sir Henry Parkes died on 27 April 1896.
Was Sir Henry Parkes Australian?
No, Henry Parkes is English but he did die an Australian, after moving to Australia by ship.
Who did Sir Henry Parkes marry and when?
Henry Parkes married Clarinda Varney on the 11th July 1836
What was Henry parkes's obstacles?
kanasai
When did Henry parkes get married?
1836.
Who suggested federation?
Henry Parkes
What is Henry Parkes country of origin?
England.
When was sir Henry parkes knighted?
1877
Did Henry parkes start the idea of federation?
no
What is Henry parkes nickname?
'Father of Federation'
What were Henry Parkes jobs?
Sir Henry Parkes had many jobs. He was a farmer's labour, clerk then the premier of NSW but was on and off between 1872 - 1891
