John Byng
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John Byng
Summary
John Byng is a human[1]. Born in Southill[2], he… he was born on October 29, 1704[3]. He passed away in Portsmouth[4]. He died on March 14, 1757[5]. He worked as a politician[6], naval officer[7], and admiral[8]. He ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,496 views/month, #6,989 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- John Byng's place of birth was Southill[2].
- John Byng died in Portsmouth[4].
- John Byng passed away in Portsmouth Harbour[10].
- John Byng died in HMS Monarch[11].
- John Byng was born on October 29, 1704[3].
- John Byng was born on October 28, 1704[12].
- John Byng died on March 14, 1757[5].
- John Byng is buried at Church of All Saints, Southill[13].
- John Byng's father was George Byng, 1st Viscount Torrington[14].
- John Byng's mother was Margaret Master[15].
- John Byng held citizenship in Kingdom of Great Britain[16].
- John Byng's professions included politician[6].
- John Byng worked as a naval officer[7].
- John Byng's professions included admiral[8].
- John Byng held the position of member of the 11th Parliament of Great Britain[17].
- John Byng held the position of member of the 10th Parliament of Great Britain[18].
- John Byng is recorded as male[19].
- John Byng's instance of is recorded as human[20].
- John Byng's military branch is recorded as Royal Navy[21].
- John Byng's Commons category is recorded as John Byng[22].
- John Byng's military, police or special rank is recorded as admiral[23].
- John Byng's military, police or special rank is recorded as vice admiral[24].
- John Byng's military, police or special rank is recorded as rear admiral[25].
- John Byng's military, police or special rank is recorded as captain[26].
- The cause of death was gunshot wound[27].
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Origins and Family
Born in Southill[2], John Byng… Recorded date of birth include October 29, 1704[3] and October 28, 1704[12]. His father was George Byng, 1st Viscount Torrington[14]. His mother was Margaret Master[15].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include politician[6], naval officer[7], and admiral[8]. Positions held include member of the 11th Parliament of Great Britain[17] and member of the 10th Parliament of Great Britain[18].
Death and Burial
John Byng died on March 14, 1757[5]. Recorded place of death include Portsmouth[4], a city[28], in United Kingdom[29]; Portsmouth Harbour[10], a harbor[30], in United Kingdom[31]; and HMS Monarch[11], a third-rate[32]. The cause of death was gunshot wound[27]. He is buried at Church of All Saints, Southill[13].
Why It Matters
John Byng ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,496 views/month, #6,989 of 1,000,298).[9] He has Wikipedia articles in 14 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[33] He is known by 12 alternative names across languages and contexts.[34]
FAQs
Where was John Byng born?
John Byng's place of birth was Southill[2].
Where did John Byng die?
John Byng died in Portsmouth[4].
Who were John Byng's parents?
John Byng's father was George Byng, 1st Viscount Torrington[14]. John Byng's mother was Margaret Master[15].
What did John Byng do for work?
John Byng worked as politician[6], naval officer[7], and admiral[8].