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John Perceval, 2nd earl of Egmont
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Also Known As John Perceval, 2nd Earl of Egmont, 1st Baron Lovel and Holland
Born February 24, 1711 • England
Died December 4, 1770 (aged 59) • London • England
Title / Office House of Lords (1762-1770), Great Britain • House of Commons (1741-1762), Great Britain
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