Francis Russell, 4th Earl of Bedford
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Francis Russell, 4th Earl of Bedford PC (1587 ā 9 May 1641) was an English nobleman and politician. He built the square of Covent Garden, with the piazza and church of St. Paul's, employing Inigo Jones as his architect.[1] He is also known for his pioneering project to drain The Fens of Cambridgeshire.
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The Earl of Bedford | |
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Born | 1587 |
Died | 9 May 1641(1641-05-09) (aged 53ā54) |
Spouse | Catherine Brydges |
Children | 8, including: William Russell, 1st Duke of Bedford Colonel John Russell |
Parent(s) | William Russell, 1st Baron Russell of Thornhaugh Elizabeth Long |
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