John Ponsonby

About

Irish politician (1713-1787)

Quick Facts

Name: John Ponsonby
Born: 1713-03-29
Died: 1787-08-16
Occupation: politician

Relationships

Spouses & partners

SpouseLady Elizabeth CavendishFrom 1743-09-22

Family

FatherBrabazon Ponsonby, 1st Earl of Bessborough
MotherSarah Margetson
SiblingWilliam Ponsonby, 2nd Earl of Bessborough
ChildGeorge Ponsonby
ChildWilliam Ponsonby, 1st Baron Ponsonby

Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.

Languages

Spoken, written or signed

English

Sources & Credits

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Facts retrieved 7 Nov 2026, 08:48 UTC.