Edward Austen Knight
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Edward Austen Knight (born Edward Austen; 7 October 1767 – 19 November 1852) was the third eldest brother of Jane Austen, and provided her with the use of a cottage in Chawton where she lived for the last years of her life (now Jane Austen's House Museum). He was also High Sheriff of Kent in 1801.
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Born | (1767-10-07)7 October 1767 Deane, Hampshire, England |
Died | 19 November 1852(1852-11-19) (aged 85) Godmersham, Kent, England |
Occupation | High Sheriff of Kent |
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Allegiance | Great Britain |
Service/ | British Militia |
Years of service | 1792-1800 |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | East Kent Volunteers |
Battles/wars | Napoleonic Wars |
Spouse |
Elizabeth Bridges
(m. 1791; died 1808) |
Children | 11 |
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