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James Wilson

James Wilson

Person Male Born 1805 Died 1860

Categories: Economist, Industry, Journalism / Publishing

Countries: India, Scotland

Manufacturer, economist, journalist and public servant. Born Hawick, Scotland, . Died Calcutta. Founder in 1843 of the Economist. Liberal MP, opponent of the Corn Laws. Founder of the Chartered Bank of India, Australia & China and subsequently First Finance Member of the Viceroy's Council.

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