George Montagu-Dunk, 2nd Earl of Halifax
George Montagu-Dunk, 2nd Earl of Halifax
George Montagu-Dunk, 2nd Earl of Halifax, was a British statesman of the Georgian era. Due to his success in extending American commerce he became known as "father of the colonies". President of the Board of Trade from 1748 to 1761, he aided the foundation of Nova Scotia, 1749, the capital Halifax being named after him.
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Date of Birth
October 6th, 1716
Age
307
Birth Place
United Kingdom, England
Date of Death
June 8th, 1771
Died Aged
54
Star Sign
Libra
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George Montagu, 1st Earl of Halifax
Father
Lady Mary Lumley
Mother
Lady Elizabeth Montagu
Daughter
Barbara Montagu
Sister
Anne Richards
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unknown daughter Montague
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