About Godfrey Thornton
Lived 1737 – 1805 (aged 68). Godfrey Thornton was a banker.
Godfrey Thornton was Governor of the Bank of England from 1793 to 1795. He had been Deputy Governor from 1791 to 1793. He replaced Samuel Bosanquet as Governor and was succeeded by Daniel Giles.
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Who was Godfrey Thornton?
Governor, Bank of England; (1737-1805)
When was Godfrey Thornton born?
Godfrey Thornton was born on 16 October 1737.
When did Godfrey Thornton die?
Godfrey Thornton died on 12 November 1805.
What was Godfrey Thornton's occupation?
Godfrey Thornton was a banker.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Godfrey Thornton. https://biography.guide/godfrey-thornton/
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