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Also Known As John Montagu, 4th earl of Sandwich, Viscount Hinchingbrooke, Baron Montagu of Saint Neots
Born November 13, 1718
Died April 30, 1792 (aged 73) • London • England
Title / Office House of Lords (1739-1792), Great Britain
Role In American Revolution

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