John Wood
British military officer, from 1761 Governor of the Isle of Man
About John Wood
John Wood was a British.
John Wood (1722 – 30 April 1777 ) was a military officer in the British Army and Governor of the Isle of Man from 1761 until his death in 1777.
Wood was born in 1722 at Carse near Dumfries in Scotland. He was a captain in the British Army before he began his political career. Lieutenant Governor Henry Hope acted as his deputy.
There is a memorial plaque to Captain Wood in St Mary's Church, Castletown.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Wood?
British military officer, from 1761 Governor of the Isle of Man (1722-1777)
When did John Wood die?
John Wood died in 1777.
What nationality was John Wood?
John Wood was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Wood (Isle of Man governor)
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