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John Perceval, 2nd Earl of Egmont


(b. Feb. 25, 1711, London, England – d. Dec. 4, 1770, Pall Mall, St James's, Westminster, London )

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John Perceval (1711-1770), styled Viscount Perceval from 1733 to 1748 and the 2nd Earl of Egmont from 1748. He married Lady Catherine Cecil (1719–1752), daughter of James Cecil, 5th Earl of Salisbury and Anne Tufton. Their marriage took place on 15 February 1737 at Kensington.

Also known as:

  • 2nd Earl of Egmont
  • John Perceval
  • Lord Perceval
  • Viscount Perceval

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