Mrs Kennet

(b. Unknown, Kent, England – d. 0000, England )

Gender: F

Mrs Kennet was the wife of a Kentish farmer who served as wet-nurse for Elizabeth Montagu's son John 'Punch' Montagu (1743-44). Her presence in Montagu's correspondence consists of a single extant letter from Montagu to Kennet, giving details of a £50 bond with which she was paid for her services.

Also known as:

Mrs Kennet

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