John Townshend, 2nd Viscount Sydney

About

British Viscount

Quick Facts

Name: John Townshend, 2nd Viscount Sydney
Born: 1764-02-21
Died: 1831-01-20
Occupation: politician
Citizenship: Kingdom of Great Britain

Relationships

Spouses & partners

SpouseLady Caroline Elizabeth Letitia ClementsFrom 1802-05-27
SpouseSophia SouthwellFrom 1790-04-13

Family

FatherThomas Townshend, 1st Viscount Sydney
MotherElizabeth Townshend, Viscountess Sydney
SiblingHarriet Townshend
SiblingMary Elizabeth Townshend
SiblingFrances Townshend

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

Education

Eton College
Clare College

Sources & Credits

Wikidata · Q6261096 ↗
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