About John Forster
Lived 1687 – 1748 (aged 60). John Forster was a businessperson, known for Bengal.
John Forster (died March 1748) was an administrator of the English East India Company. He served as governor of Fort William in Bengal in the eighteenth century. His daughter John Anna Forster (died 4 June 1774) married Sir Harry Goring, 6th Baronet.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Forster?
British colonial administrator
When was John Forster born?
John Forster was born on 25 June 1687.
When did John Forster die?
John Forster died on 12 March 1748.
What was John Forster's occupation?
John Forster was a businessperson.
What was John Forster known for?
John Forster was known for Bengal.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Forster (colonial administrator)
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