Patrick Buckley (politician) facts for kids
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Sir Patrick Buckley
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| 8th Attorney-General of New Zealand | |
| In office 24 January 1891 – 20 December 1895 |
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| Preceded by | Frederick Whitaker |
| Succeeded by | Albert Pitt |
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| Born | c.1841 Castletownsend, County Cork, Ireland |
| Died | 18 May 1896 Lower Hutt, New Zealand |
| Political party | Liberal |
Sir Patrick Alphonsus Buckley KCMG (born around 1841 – died 18 May 1896) was an important person in New Zealand's history. He was a soldier, a lawyer, a politician, and a judge. Sir Patrick held several important government jobs in Wellington during the early 1890s.
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Early Life and Education
Patrick Buckley was likely born in 1840 or 1841. His birthplace was near Castletownshend, County Cork, in Ireland. He went to school at the Mansion House School in Cork. Later, he studied in Paris at St. Colman's College and the Irish College in Paris. He also attended the Catholic University in Leuven.
Moving to Australia
In 1862, Patrick Buckley moved to Queensland, Australia. There, he finished his studies to become a lawyer. After completing his training, he was allowed to practice law.
Life and Work in New Zealand
After a short time in Queensland, Patrick Buckley moved to New Zealand in 1865. He started his own law practice in Wellington. Soon after arriving, he became involved in local government. He joined the Wellington Provincial Council.
Political Career in Wellington
Sir Patrick first represented the Karori and Mākara area from 1872 to 1873. Then, he represented the City of Wellington from 1873 to 1876. On 23 July 1878, he was asked to join the New Zealand Legislative Council. This was like an upper house of Parliament. He served there until 20 December 1895.
He held several important roles in the government:
- Colonial Secretary: He was the Colonial Secretary from 1884 to 1887. He also led the Legislative Council during this time.
- Attorney-General: From 1891 to 1895, he served as the Attorney-General. This role means he was the chief legal advisor to the government.
- Other Roles: Briefly in 1891, he was also the Postmaster-General. In 1893, he became the Minister of Marine.
Sir Patrick was a leader in the Legislative Council for the Liberal Government. This was from 1891 until 1895.
Judge of the Supreme Court
In 1895, Sir Patrick Buckley became a Judge of the Supreme Court. This was a very high position in the legal system. In 1892, he was given a special honour. He was made a Knight Commander of St. Michael and St. George. This meant he could use "Sir" before his name.
Family and Legacy
On 3 April 1869, Patrick Buckley married Alice Jane. She was the only daughter of Sir William FitzHerbert.
Sir Patrick owned land in the Wellington area called Melrose. A road in Melrose, Buckley Road, is named after him. Also, Fort Buckley was named in his honor. This fort was built to defend the port of Wellington.
Sir Patrick Alphonsus Buckley passed away on 18 May 1896 in Lower Hutt, New Zealand.
