Peter Baker (British politician)
Peter Arthur David Baker | |
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Baker in 1939. From My Testament, facing p. 64. | |
| Member of Parliament for South Norfolk | |
| In office 1950–1954 | |
| Preceded by | Christopher Mayhew |
| Succeeded by | John Hill |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 20 April 1921 Willesden, Middlesex |
| Died | 14 November 1966 (aged 45) Eastbourne, East Sussex |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Conservative |
| Spouse | Gloria Mae Heaton-Armstrong |
| Children | 2 |
| Residence(s) | Brook House, Pulham St Mary, Norfolk |
| Alma mater | Eastbourne College |
| Occupation | Soldier, publisher, author, politician |
| Awards | Military Cross |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch/service | British Army |
| Years of service | 1939–1945 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | Special reconnaissance |
| Battles/wars | Second World War |
Peter Arthur David Baker MC (20 April 1921 – 14 November 1966) was a British soldier, author, publisher and Conservative politician who served as a member of parliament (MP) for South Norfolk. He is chiefly remembered as the last Member of Parliament to be expelled from the House of Commons by resolution of the House, after his conviction for forgery, and as the inspiration behind the eccentric character of publisher Martin York in Muriel Spark's novel A Far Cry From Kensington.
Baker's arrest and trial received extensive international media coverage.