George Cholmondeley, 2nd Earl of Cholmondeley facts for kids
George Cholmondeley, 2nd Earl of Cholmondeley (born 1666, died May 7, 1733) was an important English soldier. He was also a member of the Privy Council, a group of advisors to the King or Queen. He was also a Fellow of the Royal Society, a famous group for scientists.
George was the second son of Robert Cholmondeley, 1st Viscount Cholmondeley. His older brother was Hugh Cholmondeley, 1st Earl of Cholmondeley. George went to Westminster School and Christ Church, Oxford for his education. He supported William of Orange and Mary when they became King and Queen of England. After they took the throne, he became a "Groom of the Bedchamber." This meant he was a personal attendant to the King.
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Military Service and Political Role
George Cholmondeley had a long and successful career in the military and in politics.
Early Military Commands
In 1690, he led the Horse Grenadier Guards in a big battle called the Battle of the Boyne. Two years later, he also fought in the Battle of Steenkerque. These were important battles in his early military life.
Serving in Parliament
From 1690 to 1695, George Cholmondeley was a member of the House of Commons. This is part of the Parliament, where laws are made. He represented the area of Newton.
Rising Through the Ranks
George Cholmondeley was promoted many times in the army.
- In 1697, he became a Brigadier-General.
- In 1702, he was promoted to Major-General.
- By 1704, he became a Lieutenant-General.
- Finally, in 1727, he reached the highest rank of General.
Titles and Important Positions
George Cholmondeley received many honors and important titles during his life.
Becoming a Privy Councillor
In 1706, he became a member of the Privy Council. This group advises the King or Queen on important matters.
New Baron Titles
In 1715, he was given the title Baron Newborough. This was a title in the Peerage of Ireland, meaning he was a nobleman in Ireland. A year later, he received another title, Baron Newburgh, this time in the Peerage of Great Britain.
Earl of Cholmondeley
In 1725, George Cholmondeley became the 2nd Earl of Cholmondeley after his older brother passed away. This was a very high noble title.
Lord Lieutenant Duties
When he became Earl, he also took over several important roles as a Lord Lieutenant. A Lord Lieutenant is the King's personal representative in a county. George held these positions until he died:
- Cheshire
- Anglesey
- Caernarvonshire
- Denbighshire
- Flintshire
- Merionetshire
- Montgomeryshire
Family Life
Lord Cholmondeley married Anna Elizabeth van Ruytenburgh around 1701. She was born around 1672 and passed away in London on January 16, 1722. They had three sons and three daughters together. George Cholmondeley died in May 1733. His oldest son, George, took over his titles.
