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William Gore

1675 – 1739

British Member of Parliament (died 1739)

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Lived 1675 – 1739 (aged 63–64). William Gore was a British politician.

William Gore (c. 1675–1739) of Tring Park, Hertfordshire, was a British financier and Tory politician who sat in the House of Commons between 1711 and 1739.

Gore was the eldest son of Sir William Gore, Lord Mayor of London and his wife, Elizabeth Hampton. In 1708, he succeeded his father to Tring Park. He married Lady Mary Compton, daughter of George Compton, 4th Earl of Northampton in April 1709.

In 1718, Gore bought the manor of Cricklade, which allowed him to appoint the returning officer there. At the 1722 general election, he successfully contested St Albans. His only recorded speech was in April 1727, when he spoke against a vote of credit. He did not stand at the 1727 general election. In 1734, he was returned on his own interest as MP for Cricklade.

Gore died on 22 October 1739, leaving five sons and six daughters. His daughter Anne married Charles Pelham and Dorothy was the mother of William Mellish. Two of his brothers, John and Thomas Gore were also MPs.

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Important facts

Born
1675
Birth century
Occupation
Education
Queens' College
Positions held
Member of the 8th Parliament of Great Britain, Member of the 7th Parliament of Great Britain, Member of the 6th Parliament of Great Britain, Member of the 5th Parliament of Great Britain

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Gore?

British Member of Parliament (died 1739)

When was William Gore born?

William Gore was born in 1675.

When did William Gore die?

William Gore died on 22 October 1739.

What was William Gore's occupation?

William Gore was a politician.

What nationality was William Gore?

William Gore was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Gore

· Wikidata: Q28098281

· DBpedia: William Gore (died 1739)

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