Arthur Peel, 2nd Earl Peel facts for kids
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The Earl Peel
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| Member of the House of Lords Lord Temporal |
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| In office 8 September 1937 – 22 September 1969 as a hereditary peer |
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| Preceded by | The 1st Earl Peel |
| Succeeded by | The 3rd Earl Peel |
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| Born | 29 May 1901 |
| Died | 22 September 1969 (aged 68) |
| Spouse |
Kathleen McGrath
(m. 1946) |
Arthur William Ashton Peel, the 2nd Earl Peel, was an important British noble. He was born on May 29, 1901, and passed away on September 22, 1969. He held a special title called "Earl," which is a high rank in the British nobility.
He was also a hereditary peer. This means he inherited his title from his family. As a peer, he was a member of the House of Lords. This is part of the United Kingdom's Parliament.
Who Was Arthur Peel?
Arthur William Ashton Peel was born into a very well-known family. His father was William Peel, 1st Earl Peel. His mother was Eleanor Williamson. She was the daughter of James Williamson, 1st Baron Ashton.
Arthur Peel had a famous great-grandfather. This was Robert Peel, who was a Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
His Titles and Family
When his father became an Earl in 1929, Arthur received a special courtesy title. He was known as Viscount Clanfield from 1929 to 1937. This was a title used while his father was still alive.
In 1937, his father passed away. Arthur then inherited the title of Earl. He became the 2nd Earl Peel. Later, in 1942, he also inherited another family title. This was a "baronetcy," which is a different type of hereditary honor.
Public Service
Arthur Peel also served his country in a special way. In 1948, he was chosen to be the Lord-Lieutenant of Lancashire. This is a person who represents the King or Queen in a specific county. He held this important role until 1951.
His Personal Life
Lord Peel married Kathleen McGrath on March 11, 1946. Kathleen was the daughter of Michael McGrath. Arthur and Kathleen had two sons together.
Arthur Peel passed away in September 1969. He was 68 years old. After his death, his eldest son inherited his title. His son, William, became the 3rd Earl Peel.
