Sir Edward J Harland was born in 1831.
In 1858 with Gustav William Wolff (1834-1913) founded Harland & Wolff shipyard in Belfast.
In the later part of his life he served as a Member of Parliament for North Belfast.
He died 24th December 1895.
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The Times (25 July 1885) Edward Harland Becomes A Baronet
The Times (2 December 1885) Harland Re-elected Mayor Of Belfast
The Times (13 August 1889) Sir Edward Harland Becomes An M.p.
The Times (25 December 1895) Harland, Sir Edward J.
The Times (10 February 1912) Lady Harland's Will
The Times (9 February 1940) New M.p. For East Belfast
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Encyclopedia Titanica (2017) Edward J. Harland (ref: #2829, last updated: 11th August 2017, accessed 19th May 2024 10:11:24 AM)
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Marital Status: Married to Rosa (née Wann)
Died: Tuesday 24th December 1895 aged 65 years
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