John Byng
Deceased Q130261

John Byng

Royal Navy officer, shot for failure in combat (1704-1757)

Born: October 29, 1704 (1704) · Southill
Died: March 14, 1757 (1757) · Portsmouth
Age at death: 52 years
Cause of death: gunshot wound
Manner of death: capital punishment
Nationality Kingdom of Great Britain
Occupation politician, naval officer
Position held member of the 11th Parliament of Great Britain, member of the 10th Parliament of Great Britain
Gender male

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