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Charles Monson
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| Member of Parliament for Lincoln (UK Parliament constituency) |
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| In office 1734–1754 |
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| Preceded by | Charles Hall (1690-1743) |
| Preceded by | Sir John Tyrwhitt, 5th Baronet |
| Succeeded by | George Monson (1730-1776) |
| Succeeded by | John Chaplin (d. 1764) |
| Deputy Paymaster of the Forces | |
| In office 1737–1746 |
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| Born | c. 1695 |
| Died | 26 August 1764 (aged 68–69) |
Charles Monson was an important British politician. He was born around 1695 and passed away on August 26, 1764. He served in the Parliament of Great Britain, which was the main law-making group for Great Britain, from 1734 to 1754.
Early Life and Education
Charles Monson was born around the year 1695. He went to Pembroke College, Cambridge, a famous university. He finished his studies there on February 11, 1713.
Charles Monson's Political Journey
Monson first tried to become a Member of Parliament in 1728. However, he was not successful in that election. He tried again in 1734 and this time, he won! He became a Member of Parliament.
In 1737, Charles Monson got an important job. He was named the Deputy Paymaster of the Forces. This meant he helped manage money for the country's army. This job paid him a lot of money each year, about 1000 pounds.
He was chosen again for Parliament in 1741. In 1746, he had to leave his job as Deputy Paymaster. This was because of a new rule called the Place Act 1742. This rule said that people could not hold certain government jobs and also be a Member of Parliament at the same time.
Charles Monson was elected for his last term in Parliament in 1747. He decided to retire from politics in 1754.
When Charles Monson Died
Charles Monson passed away on August 26, 1764.
