John Montagu
English naval officer and colonial governor of Newfoundland (1719-1795)
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Summary
John Montagu was born on January 1, 1719[1]. He died on September 7, 1795[2], in Fareham[3]. He worked as a politician[4] and naval officer[5]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (79 views/month, #7,297 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Father: James Montagu[7]
- Mother: Elizabeth Eyles[8]
- Spouse: Sophia Wroughton[9]
- Child: Sophia Montagu[10], John Montagu[11], George Montagu[12], James Montagu[13], Edward Montagu[14]
- Country of citizenship: Canada[15]
- Position held: member of the 10th Parliament of Great Britain[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Military branch: Royal Navy[18]
- Military, police or special rank: admiral[19], vice admiral[20], rear admiral[21], captain[22]
- Participated in conflict: War of the Austrian Succession[23]
- Family name: Montagu (surname)[24]
- Given name: John[25]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[26]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[27]
Why It Matters
John Montagu is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[28]
FAQs
Where did John Montagu die?
John Montagu died in Fareham[3].
Who were John Montagu's parents?
John Montagu's father was James Montagu[7]. John Montagu's mother was Elizabeth Eyles[8].
Who was John Montagu married to?
John Montagu's spouses include Sophia Wroughton[9].
What did John Montagu do for work?
John Montagu worked as a politician[4] and naval officer[5].