John Wawn
British politician
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John Twizell Wawn MP (1801 – 21 September 1859)[1] was a British Liberal and Radical politician.[2][3][4][5]
John Wawn | |
|---|---|
| Member of Parliament for South Shields | |
| In office 30 June 1841 – 7 July 1852 | |
| Preceded by | Robert Ingham |
| Succeeded by | Robert Ingham |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1801 |
| Died | (aged 58) |
| Party | Liberal |
| Other political affiliations | Radical |
Wawn was first elected Radical MP for South Shields in 1841 and held the seat until he stood down at the 1852 general election. Although he attempted to regain the seat at the 1859 general election as a Liberal, he was unsuccessful.[6]