William Champ

William Champ
Official portrait, 1856
1st Premier of Tasmania
In office
1 November 1856 – 26 February 1857
Succeeded byThomas Gregson
ConstituencyLaunceston
3rd Member for East Bourke Boroughs
In office
1871–1873
Preceded byEdward Cope
Succeeded byGeorge Higinbotham
Personal details
Born(1808-04-15)15 April 1808
Maldon, Essex, England, UK
Died25 August 1892(1892-08-25) (aged 84)
Melbourne, Victoria
NationalityUnited Kingdom British
SpouseHelen Abigail Gibson
ChildrenRosa Helen Champ, Kathrine (Katy) Champ, William Champ, Harry Champ
ProfessionSoldier / Politician
Military service
AllegianceUnited Kingdom
Branch/serviceBritish Army
Years of service1826–1834
Unit63rd Regiment of Foot

William Thomas Napier Champ (15 April 1808 – 25 August 1892) was a soldier and politician who served as the first Premier of Tasmania from 1856 to 1857. He was born in the United Kingdom.