John Carter (Roundhead)
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For the former New Zealand politician, see John Carter (New Zealand politician).
Sir John Carter (c. 1619 – 28 November 1676) was an English soldier, politician and administrator from Buckinghamshire, who served in the Parliamentarian army during the Wars of the Three Kingdoms. He settled in Denbighshire and was a Member of Parliament at various times between 1654 and 1660.
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Sir John Carter | |
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High Sheriff of Denbighshire | |
In office November 1664 – November 1665 | |
Governor of Holyhead | |
In office May 1660 – April 1661 | |
Member of Parliament for Denbigh Boroughs | |
In office April 1660 – December 1660 | |
Member of Parliament for Denbighshire | |
In office 1654–1659 | |
Sheriff of Caernarvonshire | |
In office February 1650 – November 1650 | |
Governor, Conwy Castle | |
In office 1646–1661 | |
Personal details | |
Born | c. 1619 Dinton, Buckinghamshire |
Died | 28 November 1676, aged 54-55 St George, Conwy |
Nationality | English |
Spouse | Elizabeth Holland |
Children | 2 sons, 4 daughters |
Military service | |
Rank | Colonel |
Battles/wars | |
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