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Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker

1627 – 1688

English courtier

Politician Chess player
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Lived 1627 – 1688 (aged 60–61). Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker was an English politician and chess player.

Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker ( – 4 January 1688) was an Anglo-Irish peer, courtier and politician. He served as Cofferer of the Household to Charles II, and served as Gentleman of the Bedchamber to James, Duke of York. He was a member of parliament and a very skilled games player.

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Important facts

Born
1627
Birth century
17th century
Died
4 January 1688, Surrey
Occupation
Politician, chess player
Nationality
Kingdom of England
Education
University of Oxford
Positions held
Cofferer of the Household, Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Member of the 1661-79 Parliament
Also known as
Henry Brouncker

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker?

English courtier (1627–1688)

When was Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker born?

Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker was born in 1627.

When did Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker die?

Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker died on 4 January 1688 in Surrey.

What was Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker's occupation?

Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker was a politician and chess player.

What nationality was Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker?

Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker was English.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker

· Wikidata: Q2711548

· DBpedia: Henry Brouncker, 3rd Viscount Brouncker

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