Francis de Groot
Francis Edward de Groot (24 October 1888 – 1 April 1969) was a member of the fascist, paramilitary organisation, the New Guard of Australia, who was most famous for intervening on horseback during the official opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in 1932, cutting the tape before the Premier of New South Wales, Jack Lang, could do so. Earlier, he had been an antique dealer, and a maker of fine furniture and shop fittings.
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| Born | Francis Edward de Groot 24 October 1888 |
| Died | 1 April 1969 (aged 80) Dublin, Ireland |
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| Other names | Colonel de Groot, Captain Francis de Groot |
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| Political party | Centre |
| Other political affiliations | New Guard |
| Opponent | Jack Lang |
| Spouse |
Mary Elizabeth Byrne
(m. 1919) |
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| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/ | British Army |
| Years of service | 1907–1919 |
| Rank | Captain |
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