Sir A. P. Herbert: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Sir Alan Patrick Herbert
Born	September 24, 1890 • England
Died	November 11, 1971 (aged 81) • London • England
Title / Office	House of Commons (1935-1950), United Kingdom

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