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Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet

1655 – 1696

English politician, born 1655

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About Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet

Lived 1655 – 1696 (aged 40–41). Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet was an English politician.

Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet (1655 – 14 August 1696) was an English baronet and Tory politician.

He was the second son of Sir John Barker, 2nd Baronet and Winifred Parker, daughter of Sir Philip Parker. Barker was educated at Merton College, Oxford.

In 1680, he entered the British House of Commons and sat as Member of Parliament (MP) for Ipswich until his death in 1696.

Barker married Bridget Bacon, daughter of Sir Nicholas Bacon.

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Important facts

Born
1655
Birth century
17th century
Died
14 August 1696
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Kingdom of England
Education
Merton College
Positions held
Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Member of the 1680-81 Parliament, Member of the 1685-87 Parliament, Member of the 1689-90 Parliament
Also known as
John Barker, Sir John Barker, 4th Bt.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet?

English politician, born 1655

When was Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet born?

Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet was born in 1655.

When did Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet die?

Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet died on 14 August 1696.

What was Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet's occupation?

Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet was a politician.

What nationality was Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet?

Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet was English.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet

· Wikidata: Q7527581

· DBpedia: Sir John Barker, 4th Baronet

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