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Richard Gorges

d. 1780

British Member of Parliament

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About Richard Gorges

Richard Gorges was a British politician.

Richard Gorges (c.1730–1780) of Eye Court, Herefordshire, was an English Member of Parliament for Leominster 1754–61.

Origins He was the eldest son of Richard Gorges of Eye by Elizabeth Rodd, a daughter of John Rodd of Hereford.

Marriage He married Frances Fettiplace (1735–1800), eldest daughter of Thomas Fettiplace of Swinbrooke, Oxfordshire.

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Important facts

Died

1780

Occupation

Politician

Nationality

Kingdom of Great Britain

Positions held

Member of the 11th Parliament of Great Britain, High Sheriff of Herefordshire, Member of Parliament of Great Britain

Frequently asked questions

Who was Richard Gorges?

British Member of Parliament (1730-1780)

When did Richard Gorges die?

Richard Gorges died in 1780.

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Richard Gorges was a politician.

What nationality was Richard Gorges?

Richard Gorges was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Richard Gorges

· Wikidata: Q26857666

· DBpedia: Richard Gorges (Leominster MP)

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