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Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet

1721 – 1787

British Army general and baronet

Military personnel
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About Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet

Lived 1721 – 1787 (aged 65–66). Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet was a military personnel.

General Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet (4 May 1721 – 15 April 1787) was a British Army officer and one of the Boothby baronets.

Boothby saw active service during the Seven Years' War.

He was colonel of the 50th Regiment of Foot.

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Important facts

Born
1721
Birth century
18th century
Died
1787
Occupation
Military personnel
Also known as
William Boothby, Sir William Boothby, 4th Bt., Maj.-Gen. Sir William Boothby

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet?

British Army general and baronet

When was Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet born?

Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet was born in 1721.

When did Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet die?

Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet died in 1787.

What was Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet's occupation?

Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet was a military personnel.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet

· Wikidata: Q21557176

· DBpedia: Sir William Boothby, 4th Baronet

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