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Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, 1st Earl of Halifax, KG, OM, GCSI, GCMG, GCIE, TD, PC (16 April 1881 – 23 December 1959), known as the Lord Irwin from 1925 until 1934 and the Viscount Halifax from 1934 until 1944, was a senior British Conservative politician of the 1930s.
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Apr 12, 2024 · Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, 1st earl of Halifax (born April 16, 1881, Powderham Castle, Devonshire, England—died December 23, 1959, Garrowby Hall, near York, Yorkshire) was a British viceroy of India (1925–31), foreign secretary (1938–40), and ambassador to the United States (1941–46).
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A biography of Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, 1st Earl of Halifax (1881-1959), a British statesman who served as viceroy of India, foreign secretary, and ambassador to the United States. Learn about his life, career, achievements, and publications.
A biography of Halifax, a Conservative politician who served as viceroy of India, foreign secretary, and ambassador to the US. Learn about his role in dealing with Gandhi, Nazi Germany, and the Munich crisis.
Leaders #1221. Quick Facts. British Celebrities Born In April. Also Known As: Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, 1st Earl of Halifax. Died At Age: 78. Family: Spouse/Ex-: Dorothy Onslow Wood (m. 1909–1959), Dorothy Onslow Wood (m. 1909–1959) father: Charles Wood, 2nd Viscount Halifax. mother: Lady Agnes Courtenay.
Overview. 1st earl of Halifax, Edward Wood. (1881—1959) politician and diplomat. Quick Reference. (1881–1959), British Conservative politician. From 1925 to 1931 he was governor-general and viceroy of India (as Lord Irwin), and was involved in that country's struggle for independence.
Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, 1st Earl of Halifax, KG, OM, GCSI, GCMG, GCIE, TD, PC (16 April 1881 – 23 December 1959), known as The Lord Irwin from 1925 until 1934 and The Viscount Halifax from 1934 until 1944, was a senior British Conservative politician of the 1930s.
