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John Shrimpton

English politician and general

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About John Shrimpton

John Shrimpton was a British politician and military personnel.

Major-General John Shrimpton was a British Army officer and member of parliament and the Governor of Gibraltar from 1704 to 1707.

Military career Shrimpton joined the Army becoming a Major in the 1st (Queen's Own) Foot Guards.

In 1693, during the Nine Years' War, he was wounded at the Battle of Landen in Flanders.

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Important facts

Occupation
Politician, military personnel
Nationality
United Kingdom
Positions held
Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Governor of Gibraltar, Member of the 1701-02 Parliament, Member of the 1702-05 Parliament

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Shrimpton?

English politician and general

What was John Shrimpton's occupation?

John Shrimpton was a politician and military personnel.

What nationality was John Shrimpton?

John Shrimpton was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Shrimpton

· Wikidata: Q6257763

· DBpedia: John Shrimpton

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