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Matthew Fortescue, 2nd Baron Fortescue


(b. March 31, 1719, Castle Hill, Filleigh, Devon – d. July 10, 1785, London, England )

Gender: M

Also known as:

  • Matthew Fortescue
  • 2nd Baron Fortescue




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