James Burns
Politician, Chivalric Order Member
1846 – 1923
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Who was James Burns?
Sir James Burns KCMG was a noted businessman, shipowner and philanthropist in Australia. In particular, he is known as the co-founder of Burns Philp and Company, a shipping and trading company, and for establishing the Burnside Presbyterian Homes for Children in North Parramatta, a children and family welfare organisation.
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- Born
- Feb 10, 1846
Polmont - Nationality
- Australia
- Profession
- Died
- Aug 22, 1923
North Parramatta
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on July 23, 2013
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