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John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo

1824 – 1903

British politician

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Lived 1824 – 1903 (aged 79). John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo was a British politician and naval officer.

John Thomas Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo (10 September 1824 – 30 December 1903), styled Lord John Browne until 1868, was an Irish politician and naval commander.

Browne served as a Liberal Member of Parliament for Mayo in Ireland from 1857 to 1868. He had previously served as an officer of the Royal Navy.

In 1896, Browne became Marquess of Sligo on the death of his elder brother, the 3rd Marquess, also inheriting some of land and the family seat at Westport House, Westport, County Mayo. He died unmarried and was succeeded by his brother, Henry.

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Important facts

Birth century
Positions held
Member of the 19th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 18th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 17th Parliament of the United Kingdom
Also known as
Lord John Thomas Browne, John Thomas Browne

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo?

British politician (1824-1903)

When was John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo born?

John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo was born on 10 September 1824.

When did John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo die?

John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo died on 30 December 1903.

What was John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo's occupation?

John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo was a politician and naval officer.

What nationality was John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo?

John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo

· Wikidata: Q6223575

· DBpedia: John Browne, 4th Marquess of Sligo

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