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Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Bt

1722 – 1753

British Member of Parliament

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Lived 1722 – 1753 (aged 31). Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Bt was a British politician.

Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Baronet (1722-1753), of Drakelow, Derbyshire, was an English Member of Parliament.

He was a Member (MP) of the Parliament of England for Lichfield 30 November - 23 December 1753. He was of the Gresley baronets.

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Important facts

Born
12 July 1722
Birth century
18th century
Died
23 December 1753
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Kingdom of Great Britain
Positions held
Member of Parliament of Great Britain, Member of the 10th Parliament of Great Britain, High Sheriff of Derbyshire
Also known as
Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Baronet

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Bt?

British Member of Parliament (1722-1753)

When was Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Bt born?

Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Bt was born on 12 July 1722.

When did Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Bt die?

Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Bt died on 23 December 1753.

What was Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Bt's occupation?

Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Bt was a politician.

What nationality was Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Bt?

Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Bt was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Bt

· Wikidata: Q28955381

· DBpedia: Sir Thomas Gresley, 5th Baronet

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