John Cradock, 1st Baron Howden
British peer, politician and soldier / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
General John Francis Cradock, 1st Baron Howden GCB (11 August 1759 ā 26 July 1839) was a British peer, politician and soldier.
Quick Facts Governor of the Cape Colony, Monarch ...
The Lord Howden | |
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Governor of the Cape Colony | |
In office 1811ā1814 | |
Monarch | George III |
Preceded by | The Earl of Caledon |
Succeeded by | Lord Charles Somerset |
Personal details | |
Born | (1759-08-11)11 August 1759 |
Died | 26 July 1839(1839-07-26) (aged 79) |
Awards | Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Branch/service | British Army |
Rank | General |
Commands | Madras Army |
Battles/wars | Irish Rebellion |
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