About John Jolliffe
Lived 1697 – 1771 (aged 73–74). John Jolliffe was a British politician.
John Jolliffe (bapt. 31 July 1696 – 31 January 1771) was an English politician. He established his family's political control of the pocket borough of borough of Petersfield in Hampshire, and sat for the town in the House of Commons for a total of 30 years.
Early life and family Jolliffe was the third son of Benjamin Jolliffe of Cofton Hall, Worcestershire. His mother, Mary, was a daughter of the London merchant John Jolliffe, and a sister of Sir William Jolliffe.
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Who was John Jolliffe?
British politician; (1697-1771)
When was John Jolliffe born?
John Jolliffe was born in 1697.
When did John Jolliffe die?
John Jolliffe died on 31 January 1771.
What was John Jolliffe's occupation?
John Jolliffe was a politician.
What nationality was John Jolliffe?
John Jolliffe was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Jolliffe (of Petersfield)
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