what role did sir henry parkes he have for federation
Henry Parkes. Image courtesy of Government Printing Office Collection, State Library of New South Wales. Henry Parkes (1815â1896) is often called the 'Father of Federation' for his role as a long-time agitator for the cause. Parkes was five times the Premier of NSW and one of the most prominent men in colonial politics.enry Parkes. Image courtesy of Government Printing Office Collection, State Library of New South Wales. Henry Parkes (1815â1896) is often called the 'Father of Federation' for his role as a long-time agitator for the cause. Parkes was five times the Premier of NSW and one of the most prominent men in colonial politics.