Thomas Picton
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Summary
Thomas Picton is a human[1]. Born in Haverfordwest[2], he… he was born on August 24, 1758[3]. He died in Battle of Waterloo[4]. He died on June 18, 1815[5]. He worked as a military officer[6] and politician[7]. He ranks in the top 0.67% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,501 views/month, #6,731 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Thomas Picton's place of birth was Haverfordwest[2].
- Thomas Picton died in Battle of Waterloo[4].
- Thomas Picton was born on August 24, 1758[3].
- Thomas Picton died on June 18, 1815[5].
- Thomas Picton's father was Thomas Picton[9].
- Thomas Picton's mother was Cecil Powell[10].
- Thomas Picton held citizenship in Wales[11].
- Thomas Picton held citizenship in United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[12].
- Thomas Picton worked as a military officer[6].
- Thomas Picton worked as a politician[7].
- Thomas Picton held the position of member of the 5th Parliament of the United Kingdom[13].
- Thomas Picton's education included a stint at Haverfordwest Grammar School[14].
- Thomas Picton received the Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath[15].
- Thomas Picton received the Commander of the Order of the Tower and Sword[16].
- Thomas Picton received the Army Gold Medal[17].
- Thomas Picton received the Military Order of the Tower and Sword[18].
- Thomas Picton is recorded as male[19].
- Thomas Picton's instance of is recorded as human[20].
- Thomas Picton's military branch is recorded as British Army[21].
- Thomas Picton's Commons category is recorded as Thomas Picton[22].
- Thomas Picton's military, police or special rank is recorded as general[23].
- Thomas Picton's military, police or special rank is recorded as lieutenant general[24].
- Thomas Picton's honorific prefix is recorded as Sir[25].
- Thomas Picton was part of the conflict French Revolutionary Wars[26].
- Thomas Picton was part of the conflict Napoleonic Wars[27].
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Origins and Family
Thomas Picton was born in Haverfordwest[2]. He was born on August 24, 1758[3]. His father was he[9]. His mother was Cecil Powell[10].
Education
Thomas Picton was educated at Haverfordwest Grammar School[14].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include military officer[6] and politician[7]. Thomas Picton held the position of member of the 5th Parliament of the United Kingdom[13].
Recognition
Awards received include Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath[15], a grade of an order[28], in United Kingdom[29], founded in 1815[30]; Commander of the Order of the Tower and Sword[16], a grade of an order[31], in Portugal[32]; Army Gold Medal[17], a military decoration[33], in United Kingdom[34], founded in 1810[35]; and Military Order of the Tower and Sword[18], a military decoration[36], in Portugal[37], founded in 1917[38].
Death and Burial
Thomas Picton died on June 18, 1815[5]. He died in Battle of Waterloo[4].
Works and Contributions
Things named for Thomas Picton include Picton[39], a town[40], in New Zealand[41] and Picton, Nueva and Lennox[42], an island group[43], in Chile[44].
Why It Matters
Thomas Picton ranks in the top 0.67% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,501 views/month, #6,731 of 1,000,298).[8] He has Wikipedia articles in 14 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[45] He is known by 11 alternative names across languages and contexts.[46]
Entities named for him include Picton[39], a town[40], in New Zealand[41] and Picton, Nueva and Lennox[42], an island group[43], in Chile[44].
FAQs
Where was Thomas Picton born?
Thomas Picton was born in Haverfordwest[2].
Where did Thomas Picton die?
Thomas Picton passed away in Battle of Waterloo[4].
Who were Thomas Picton's parents?
Thomas Picton's father was Thomas Picton[9]. Thomas Picton's mother was Cecil Powell[10].
What did Thomas Picton do for work?
Thomas Picton worked as military officer[6] and politician[7].
Where did Thomas Picton go to school?
Thomas Picton was educated at Haverfordwest Grammar School[14].
What awards did Thomas Picton receive?
Honors received include Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath[15], Commander of the Order of the Tower and Sword[16], Army Gold Medal[17], and Military Order of the Tower and Sword[18].