Sir Edward Campbell, 1st Baronet facts for kids
Sir Edward Taswell Campbell (born April 9, 1879 – died July 17, 1945) was a British politician. He was a member of the Conservative Party in the United Kingdom. He served in the UK Parliament for many years.
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Sir Edward Campbell's Political Journey
Edward Campbell went to Dulwich College in London. Before becoming a politician, he worked as a Vice Consul in Java from 1914 to 1920. A Vice Consul is like a diplomat who helps people from their home country in a foreign land.
Becoming a Member of Parliament
In 1924, Edward Campbell was elected as a Member of Parliament (MP). An MP represents a local area in the House of Commons. He represented Camberwell North West. He lost his seat in 1929.
He returned to the House of Commons in 1930. This happened after a special election called a by-election. He became the MP for Bromley. He stayed an MP until he passed away.
Elected After His Death
Sir Edward Campbell died on July 17, 1945. This was during the 1945 general election. Voting had already happened on July 5. The results were announced on July 26. He was declared elected even though he had passed away. This meant a new by-election had to be held in Bromley.
Helping Other Leaders
In Parliament, Sir Edward Campbell helped other important politicians. He worked as a Parliamentary Private Secretary (PPS). A PPS helps a minister with their work. He was a PPS to Sir Kingsley Wood and later to Henry Willink.
Later Life and Family
Sir Edward Campbell received special honors for his work. He became a Knight Bachelor in 1933. This means he could use "Sir" before his name. In 1939, he became the 1st Baronet Campbell. A baronet is a special hereditary title. He also served as a Justice of the Peace for Kent. This role involves helping with local law and order.
He passed away in Bromley, Kent, when he was 66 years old.
His Marriage and Son
Sir Edward Campbell married Edith Jane Warren on January 28, 1904. They had a son named Charles Duncan Macnair Campbell. Charles became the 2nd Baronet after his father. However, Charles passed away in 1954 without marrying or having children. This meant the baronet title ended with him.
