Richard John Seddon, New Zealand (1845-1906)
New Zealand statesman and Prime Minister (1893-1906), born in Eccleston, England. Seddon settled in New Zealand in 1866 and entered parliament in 1879. As Prime Minister he led a Liberal Party government remembered for its social legislation, such as the introduction of old-age pensions, foundation of the New Zealand welfare state and the introduction of female suffrage.
He died at sea, while returning to New Zealand from Australia.