John Amyand
John Amyand (6 November 1751 – 5 June 1780) was an English Whig politician.
John Amyand | |
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| Born | 6 November 1751 |
| Died | 5 June 1780 |
| Nationality | English |
| Occupation | Politician |
He was the second son of Sir George Amyand, a prominent London merchant of huguenot descent. Educated at Eton College, he was elected unopposed as Member of Parliament for Camelford in the general election of 1774. He died in office on 5 June 1780.[1]
References
- Drummond, Mary (1964). "Amyand, John (1751–80)". In Namier, Lewis; Brooke, John (eds.). The History of Parliament: the House of Commons 1754–1790. London: Haynes. ISBN 9780436304200.
| Parliament of Great Britain | ||
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| Preceded by Charles Phillips William Wilson |
Member of Parliament for Camelford 1774–1780 With: Francis Herne 1774–1776 Sir Ralph Payne 1776–1780 |
Succeeded by John Pardoe James Macpherson |
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