John Moody
British army officer who served as deputy governor of Placentia
About John Moody
John Moody ( 1677 – 1736) was an officer in the British army who served as deputy governor of Placentia from 1714 to 1717.
He was called back to England in 1717 to answer complaints laid against him and to settle the garrison's accounts. Moody settled in London, where he lived on half-pay until his death.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Moody?
British army officer who served as deputy governor of Placentia
When did John Moody die?
John Moody died in 1736.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Moody (British Army officer)
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