Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

William Huskisson Biography and Timeline

Follow William Huskisson through 2 dated historical records for Great Britain.

William Huskisson, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records
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1828–1830Years on this page

1828

Tariff Debate Broadens Free Trade Arguments

Government Official · London · Economy / Trade Policy

Commercial reformers used debates about grain duties to promote freer trade and criticize agricultural protection.

1830

Death of William Huskisson

Member of Parliament · Parkside · Politics / Tory Party

Is fatally injured by Stephenson's Rocket during the Liverpool and Manchester Railway opening.

Records, sources and methodology

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