John Gore (d. 1763)

John Gore (c.1689–1763) of Bush Hill, Middlesex was a politician who sat in the House of Commons between 1747 and 1761.

Family

John Gore was born c.1689, the second son of William Gore (Lord Mayor of London) by Elizabeth, daughter of Walter Hampton. He was brother to Thomas Gore (d.1777) and William Gore who were also British MPs.[1][2][3]

Career

He was elected Member of Parliament for Great Grimsby and served from 1747 to 1761.[4] He was director of the South Sea Company from 1711-1712 and 1715 to 1721. He died on 3 August 1763.[5]

References

  1. ↑ "Gore, John". The History of Parliament. Retrieved 15 November 2016.
  2. ↑ "Gore, William". History of Parliament. Retrieved 15 November 2016.
  3. ↑ "Gore, Thomas". History of Parliament. Retrieved 15 November 2016.
  4. ↑ "Great Grimsby". History of Parliament. Retrieved 15 November 2016.
  5. ↑ "John Gore". History of Parliament. Retrieved 15 November 2016.


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