Charles Weston, 3rd Earl of Portland facts for kids
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Charles Weston, 3rd Earl of Portland (born May 19, 1639 – died June 3, 1665), was an English nobleman. He was the only son of the 2nd Earl of Portland and Lady Frances Stuart. Charles became an Earl himself and served in the English navy.
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Who Was Charles Weston?
Charles Weston was born in England on May 19, 1639. He was the only son of Jerome Weston, 2nd Earl of Portland, who was also an Earl. Charles was born into a noble family.
Becoming an Earl
In 1663, when his father passed away, Charles Weston inherited his father's title. This meant he became the 3rd Earl of Portland. An Earl is a high-ranking nobleman in the United Kingdom.
Serving His Country
In May 1665, Charles Weston decided to join the English fleet. He volunteered to serve with the Duke of York. The Duke of York was leading the English navy at the time. Their mission was to fight against the Dutch fleet.
The Battle of Lowestoft
Charles Weston was on a ship called the Royal James. This ship was part of the English fleet. On June 3, 1665, the English and Dutch fleets met. They fought a big sea battle known as the Battle of Lowestoft. During this battle, Charles Weston was sadly killed by a cannon shot. He was only 26 years old.
What Happened Next?
Charles Weston never married, so he did not have any children. Because of this, his title and family property went to his uncle. His uncle, Thomas Weston, became the 4th Earl of Portland.
