Frederick Eveleigh-de-Moleyns

British Army officer, 5th Baron Ventry

Frederick Eveleigh-de-Moleyns - British Army officer, 5th Baron Ventry
Born

December 11th, 1861
163 years ago

Died

1923
102 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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The 5th Baron Ventry served as a British Army officer and held the title of an Anglo-Irish peer. Involved in military service, significant participation included time in the First World War. His tenure as Baron contributed to the legacy of the Ventry lineage, known for its historical prominence in Ireland. The noble title was inherited and was reflective of the family's long-standing aristocratic stature.

Served as a British Army officer

Held the title of 5th Baron Ventry

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