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Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet

1730 – 1806

Royal Navy admiral

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Lived 1730 – 1806 (aged 76). Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet was a British politician.

Admiral Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet (10 August 1730 – 7 November 1806) was a British naval officer and colonial governor.

Naval career King was born in Gosport, the son of Curtis King and Mary Barnett.

He joined the Royal Navy in 1738 and served on HMS Berwick. In 1745 made a lieutenant in HMS Tiger and in 1756 he was promoted to commander of the fireship HMS Blaze.

In 1763 he was given command of HMS Grafton and in 1770 he took over HMS Northumberland. and was made commander-in-chief and Governor of Newfoundland. In 1794 he was appointed Commander-in-Chief, Plymouth and in 1795 promoted to Admiral.

Family In 1769 he married Susannah Margaretta Coker; they had four recorded children including his son Richard.

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Important facts

Born
10 August 1730
Birth century
18th century
Died
7 November 1806
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Kingdom of Great Britain
Positions held
Member of the 1st Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 17th Parliament of Great Britain, Member of the 18th Parliament of Great Britain
Also known as
Sir Richard King, 1st Bt.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet?

Royal Navy admiral (1730-1806)

When was Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet born?

Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet was born on 10 August 1730.

When did Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet die?

Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet died on 7 November 1806.

What was Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet's occupation?

Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet was a politician.

What nationality was Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet?

Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet

· Wikidata: Q7528612

· DBpedia: Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet

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