Richard Barnett (politician)
Sir Richard Barnett | |
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Richard Whieldon Barnett in 1929 by Lafayette © National Portrait Gallery | |
| Born | 6 December 1863 Forest Hill, London, England |
| Died | 17 October 1930 (aged 66) Camden, London, England |
| Resting place | Highgate Cemetery |
| Known for | Member of parliament, sportsman |
Major Sir Richard Whieldon Barnett (6 December 1863 – 17 October 1930) was an Irish barrister, sportsman, volunteer officer and freemason who sat as a Member of Parliament in the United Kingdom House of Commons. He also competed at the 1908 Summer Olympics.