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Also Known As Sir Oswald Mosley, 6th Baronet
Born November 16, 1896 • London • England • (Birthday in 3 days)
Died December 3, 1980 (aged 84) • near Paris • France
Title / Office House of Commons (1918-1931), United Kingdom
Founder British Union of Fascists
Political Affiliation British Union of Fascists • Conservative Party • Labour Party

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