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Charles Wilson, 1st Baron Nunburnholme
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Charles Henry Wilson
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| Died | 21 October 1907 (aged 74) |
Charles Henry Wilson, 1st Baron Nunburnholme (born April 22, 1833 – died October 21, 1907) was a very important English businessman. He owned many ships and led a big shipping company called Thomas Wilson Sons & Co.. He also worked as a Member of Parliament (MP) for Hull for 30 years. In 1906, he was given a special title: Baron Nunburnholme.
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Charles Wilson's Early Life and Business
Charles Wilson was the oldest son of Thomas Wilson. His father ran a shipping company in Hull. This company, Thomas Wilson Sons & Co., started by trading with Sweden.
Charles went to Kingston College in Hull. His brother, Arthur, also went there. After school, both brothers joined their family's shipping business. In 1867, they became joint managers of the company.
Expanding the Shipping Empire
Under Charles and Arthur's leadership, the shipping company grew very quickly. They added new shipping routes to places like the Adriatic Sea, Sicily, America, and India. Before this, they mainly traded with Norway and the Baltic Sea.
In 1891, the company became a private limited company. This meant it had a lot of money, about £2.5 million. They also bought other shipping companies. In 1903, they bought Bailey and Leetham from Hull. In 1908, they took over the shipping parts of the North Eastern Railway. Charles Wilson also became the chairman of other companies. These included Earle's Shipbuilding and the United Shipping Company. He also led the Hull Steam Fish and Ice Company.
Charles Wilson's Political Career
Charles Wilson was involved in local government in Hull. He served as the high sheriff of Hull. From 1874 to 1905, he was a Liberal MP. He represented the Hull constituency. After 1885, he represented Hull West.
Supporting the Country
Even though he disagreed with the First Boer War, Charles Wilson still helped his country. He offered his company's best ship, the Ariosto, for the government to use. This showed his support during a difficult time.
Receiving Special Honors
In 1899, Charles Wilson was given the Freedom of the City of Hull. This is a special honor given to important people. In 1906, he was given a new title. He became Baron Nunburnholme, of the City of Kingston upon Hull. This made him a peer, a member of the British nobility.
Lord Nunburnholme passed away at his home, Warter Priory, on October 21, 1907. He was buried on October 31. His oldest son, Charles, took over his title. His son had also become the MP for Hull West.
Charles Wilson's Family Life
Charles Wilson married Florence Jane Helen Wellesley (1853–1932). She was the daughter of Colonel William Henry Charles Wellesley. Her uncle was Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, a very famous military leader. Charles and Florence had seven children together.
