Fulk Greville Howard facts for kids
Fulk Greville Howard (born 3 April 1773 – died 4 March 1846) was an English politician. He came from important places like Elford Hall in Staffordshire and Castle Rising in Norfolk. When he was younger, his name was Fulk Greville Upton.
Early Life and Education
Fulk Greville Howard was born in Geneva, Switzerland. He was the younger son of a nobleman named Clotworthy Upton, 1st Baron Templetown. Fulk went to famous schools in England, including Westminster School (from 1786 to 1791) and Christ Church, Oxford (starting in 1791). He also studied at a military academy in Berlin, Germany.
Military Career
Fulk joined the British Army in 1793. He quickly moved up in rank:
- He became an ensign (a junior officer) in the 1st Foot Guards in 1793.
- By 1794, he was a lieutenant and a captain.
- In 1804, he became a captain and a lieutenant-colonel.
- He was a lieutenant-colonel in the 7th West Indian Regiment in 1807.
Fulk took part in the Anglo-Russian invasion of Holland in 1799, which was part of the French Revolutionary Wars. During this time, he was injured in the Helder Expedition and lost the sight in one eye. He later retired from the army in 1825.
Political Life
Fulk Greville Howard became a Member of Parliament (MP) in the Parliament of the United Kingdom. This meant he was elected to help make laws for the country. He represented the area of Castle Rising from 1808 until 1832.
Family and Later Life
Fulk married Mary Howard in 1807. She was the daughter of Richard Howard and inherited Elford Hall and Castle Rising. After their marriage, Fulk took his wife's last name, Howard. They did not have any children.
In 1803, Fulk was chosen to be a Fellow of the Royal Society. This is a special group for important scientists and thinkers.
