Richard Cobden
Manufacturer and statesman . Leading member of the Anti-Corn Law League, 1838–46. M.P. for Stockport, 1841–7; M.P. for West Riding, Yorkshire, 1847–57; M.P. for Rochdale, 1859–65. Vocal advocate for free trade and for non-intervention.
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See also Correspondence, volume(s): 6