Charles Powlett, 5th Duke of Bolton facts for kids
Charles Powlett, 5th Duke of Bolton, was an important British soldier and politician. He was born around 1718 and passed away on July 5, 1765. He held many important titles, including Marquess of Winchester from 1754 to 1759. He was also a member of the Whig Party, which was a major political group in Britain at the time.
Early Life and Family
Charles Powlett was the oldest son of Harry Powlett, 4th Duke of Bolton and Catherine Parry. He grew up in a very important and noble family in Britain.
His Career and Achievements
Charles Powlett went to Winchester College, a well-known school. After his education, he joined the British Army. By 1745, he had become a lieutenant-colonel, which is a high rank in the army.
From 1749 to 1751, he worked for Frederick, Prince of Wales, who was the son of the King. Charles Powlett was a Groom of the Bedchamber, meaning he was a close attendant to the Prince.
He continued to rise in the military, becoming a lieutenant general by 1752. This was a very significant achievement. In the same year, he was also made a Knight of the Bath, an honor given for important service.
When his father became the Duke of Bolton in 1754, Charles Powlett gained the title of Marquess of Winchester. He also became a member of Parliament for Hampshire, representing the area in the government. He held this position until he himself became the Duke of Bolton in 1759. In 1758, he joined the Privy Council, a group of advisors to the King.
Family and Inheritance
Lord Bolton never married, but he had a daughter named Jean Mary Browne-Powlett, who was born around 1751. She later married Thomas Orde in 1778.
Because Charles Powlett did not have any sons, he decided that most of his large family estates would go to his daughter, Jean Mary Browne-Powlett. This would happen if his younger brother, Harry, also died without any sons.
When his brother Harry passed away in 1794 without male heirs, the title of Duke of Bolton ended. As planned, the family properties then went to Thomas Orde, through his wife Jean Mary. Thomas Orde then added "Powlett" to his last name and was given the new title of Baron Bolton in 1797.
The properties that were passed down included grand places like Bolton Hall and Bolton Castle in North Yorkshire, as well as Hackwood Park in Hampshire.
Homes in London
Charles Powlett, the 5th Duke of Bolton, owned a home at No. 37 Grosvenor Square in London from 1759 to 1765. This was a very fancy area where many important people lived. His house was even changed and improved by a famous architect named John Vardy around 1761-1765.
