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Sir Henry Parkes campaigned for federation of the states in Australia, and for this reason he is referred to as the Father of Federation. Federation would enable Australia to be self-governing, independent of England.
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 awards did sir Henry parkes receive?
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What was sir Henry parkes beliefs?
he had a family
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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
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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.
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.
What awards did sir Henry parkes receive?
none
Did Sir. Henry Parkes have children?
he did he had 16 children
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.
What was Henry Parkes known as?
Sir Henry Parkes was known as the Father of Federation in Australia. This was because he was a vocal advocate of federation of the Australian colonies.
