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Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr

1810 – 1909

High Sheriff of Suffolk; Secretary to the Lord Great Chamberlain; High Steward of Ipswich; Chairman of Quarter Sessions, Suffolk

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About Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr

Lived 1810 – 1909 (aged 99). Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr was a British politician, known for High Sheriff of Suffolk, Ipswich and Lord Great Chamberlain.

Peter Robert Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr (24 March 1810 – 3 April 1909) was High Sheriff of Suffolk in 1858. In addition, he was Secretary to the Lord Great Chamberlain, High Steward of Ipswich, and Chairman of Quarter Sessions, Suffolk. Burrell succeeded to the title of 4th Baron Gwydyr, of Gwydyr, County Carnarvon, on 26 August 1870.

Burrell was born at Langley Park, Beckenham.

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Important facts

Born
24 March 1810, Beckenham
Birth century
19th century
Died
3 April 1909, Ipswich
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Known for
High Sheriff of Suffolk, Ipswich, Lord Great Chamberlain, Quarter Sessions
Positions held
Member of the House of Lords, High Sheriff of Suffolk

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr?

High Sheriff of Suffolk; Secretary to the Lord Great Chamberlain; High Steward of Ipswich; Chairman of Quarter Sessions, Suffolk (1810–1909)

When was Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr born?

Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr was born on 24 March 1810 in Beckenham.

When did Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr die?

Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr died on 3 April 1909 in Ipswich.

What was Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr's occupation?

Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr was a politician.

What was Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr known for?

Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr was known for High Sheriff of Suffolk, Ipswich, Lord Great Chamberlain and Quarter Sessions.

What nationality was Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr?

Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr

· Wikidata: Q7173075

· DBpedia: Peter Burrell, 4th Baron Gwydyr

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