About James Colleton
Lived 1705 – 1790 (aged 84–85). James Colleton was a British politician and plantation owner.
James Edward Colleton (c. 1709–1790) was a Member of Parliament for Lostwithiel in Cornwall. He was a great-grandson of Sir John Colleton, 1st Baronet (1608–1666). He married Lady Anne Cowper, a daughter of William Cowper, 1st Earl Cowper.
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Who was James Colleton?
British Member of Parliament (died 1790)
When was James Colleton born?
James Colleton was born in 1705.
When did James Colleton die?
James Colleton died on 30 August 1790.
What was James Colleton's occupation?
James Colleton was a politician and plantation owner.
What nationality was James Colleton?
James Colleton was British.
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