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James Bailey

1840-11-10 – 1910-10-12

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Sir Jamaes Bailey MPCredit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

Sir James Bailey, (10 November 1840 – 12 October 1910) was a British businessman and Conservative politician who served from 1895 to 1906 as Member of Parliament (MP) for Walworth in South London. He was also a successful hotel developer, most notably for establishing the Bailey's Hotel in Kensington, and the founder of a London gentlemen's club, the Constitutional Club. Baileys Irish Cream is named for the hotel that bears his name.

Occupation & Career

politician, businessperson

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Knight Bachelor

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Honors & Awards

Knight Bachelor

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q6129224 — wikidata View source

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