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Francis Annesley, 6th Earl Annesley

1884 – 1914

Anglo-Irish peer and military aviator

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Lived 1884 – 1914 (aged 30). Francis Annesley, 6th Earl Annesley was a military personnel.

Francis Annesley, 6th Earl of Annesley (25 February 1884 – 6 November 1914), styled Viscount Glerawly between 1884 and 1908, was an Anglo-Irish peer, Royal Navy officer and pioneer aviator who died in a plane crash at sea.

Legacy After his death his estate was valued at £42,751. He was succeeded in his title by his cousin, Walter Beresford Annesley (1861–1934).

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Important facts

Born
25 February 1884, Castlewellan
Birth century
19th century
Died
6 November 1914, Belgium, Diksmuide
Occupation
Military personnel
Education
Trinity College, Eton College, Trinity College, Cambridge

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Francis Annesley, 6th Earl Annesley?

Anglo-Irish peer and military aviator

When was Francis Annesley, 6th Earl Annesley born?

Francis Annesley, 6th Earl Annesley was born on 25 February 1884 in Castlewellan.

When did Francis Annesley, 6th Earl Annesley die?

Francis Annesley, 6th Earl Annesley died on 6 November 1914 in Belgium, Diksmuide.

What was Francis Annesley, 6th Earl Annesley's occupation?

Francis Annesley, 6th Earl Annesley was a military personnel.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Francis Annesley, 6th Earl Annesley

· Wikidata: Q5480006

· DBpedia: Francis Annesley, 6th Earl Annesley

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