Sir James Tylney-Long
English politician and Baronet
Born
1736
289 years ago
Died
November 28th, 1794
230 years ago — 58 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Held the title of 7th Baronet and served as a British politician. Elected as a Member of Parliament for the constituency of Hasting in 1780, representing the Tory party. Participated in various parliamentary debates during a period of significant political change in Britain. Contributed to discussions on issues affecting the nation and his constituency until the end of his political career.
Served as Member of Parliament for Hastings
Held the title of 7th Baronet
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