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Thomas Pelham, 1st Baron Pelham

1653 – 1712

English politician and Baron

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About Thomas Pelham, 1st Baron Pelham

Lived 1653 – 1712 (aged 58–59). Thomas Pelham, 1st Baron Pelham was a politician.

Personal life

On 26 November 1679 Pelham married Elizabeth Jones,

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Important facts

Born
1653
Birth century
17th century
Died
23 February 1712
Occupation
Politician
Education
Tonbridge School, Christ Church
Positions held
Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Member of the 1661-79 Parliament, Member of the 1679 Parliament, Member of the 1680-81 Parliament

Family & relationships

Child
Henry Pelham
Child
Thomas Pelham-Holles, 1st Duke of Newcastle

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas Pelham, 1st Baron Pelham?

English politician and Baron

When was Thomas Pelham, 1st Baron Pelham born?

Thomas Pelham, 1st Baron Pelham was born in 1653.

When did Thomas Pelham, 1st Baron Pelham die?

Thomas Pelham, 1st Baron Pelham died on 23 February 1712.

What was Thomas Pelham, 1st Baron Pelham's occupation?

Thomas Pelham, 1st Baron Pelham was a politician.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas Pelham, 1st Baron Pelham

· Wikidata: Q6855629

· DBpedia: Thomas Pelham, 1st Baron Pelham

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