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John Gapputh

b. 1550

(by 1519-55 or later) of Shaftesbury, Dorset

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About John Gapputh

Born 1550. John Gapputh was a politician.

John Gapputh or Gapper or Gapworth (by 1519-55 or later), of Shaftesbury, Dorset, was an English Member of Parliament and businessman.

He was a Member (MP) of the Parliament of England for Shaftesbury in October 1553, April 1554 and October 1554. He was probably Mayor of Shaftesbury 1545–6.

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Important facts

Born

1550

Birth century

16th century

Occupation

Politician

Positions held

Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Member of the October 1553 Parliament, Member of the April 1554 Parliament, Member of the 1554-55 Parliament

Also known as

John Gapper, John Gapworth

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Gapputh?

(by 1519-55 or later) of Shaftesbury, Dorset

When was John Gapputh born?

John Gapputh was born in 1550.

What was John Gapputh's occupation?

John Gapputh was a politician.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Gapputh

· Wikidata: Q54635099

· DBpedia: John Gapputh

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