About John Bowden
Lived 1764 – 1844 (aged 79). John Bowden was a British banker and governor of the Bank of England.
John Bowden (bapt. 12 August 1764 – 25 June 1844) was an English banker who was Governor of the Bank of England from 1822 to 1824. He had been Deputy Governor from 1820 to 1822. He replaced Charles Pole as Governor and was succeeded by Cornelius Buller.
Bowden was born in Lisbon to banker Daniel Bowden and Katherine Henessy. He was the father of John William Bowden.
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Who was John Bowden?
Governor of the Bank of England; (1764 – 1844)
When was John Bowden born?
John Bowden was born on 12 August 1764 in Lisbon.
When did John Bowden die?
John Bowden died on 25 June 1844.
What was John Bowden's occupation?
John Bowden was a banker and governor of the Bank of England.
What nationality was John Bowden?
John Bowden was British.
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