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Sir George Downing, 1st Baronet
About
Anglo-Irish preacher, soldier, statesman and diplomat (1623-1684)
Quick Facts
- Name
- Sir George Downing, 1st Baronet
- Born
- 1623-08
- Died
- 1684-07
- Occupation
- diplomat / soldier / politician / envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary
- Citizenship
- Kingdom of England
- Birthplace
- Dublin
Relationships
Spouses & partners
- SpouseFrances HowardFrom 1654
Family
- FatherEmanuel Downing
- MotherLucy Winthrop
- ChildSir George Downing, 2nd Baronet
- ChildFrances Downing
- ChildLucy Downing
Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.
Education
- Harvard CollegeUntil 1642
Languages
Spoken, written or signed
- English
Sources & Credits
Wikidata · Q1335492 ↗
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