George Lloyd (scholar) facts for kids
George Lloyd (1708 – 4 December 1783) was an important English gentleman and a Fellow of the Royal Society. This means he was part of a special group of scientists and thinkers.
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Early Life and Education
George Lloyd was born in 1708. His father, Gamaliel Lloyd, was a successful merchant and manufacturer in Manchester. George studied at Queens' College, Cambridge, where he earned a degree in medicine in 1731.
A Member of the Royal Society
In 1737, George Lloyd was chosen to be a Fellow of the Royal Society (F.R.S.). This was a big honor! He was recognized for his great skills in mathematics and natural philosophy, which is like studying how the world works.
Homes and the Bridgewater Canal
George Lloyd lived in several interesting places. He first rented a large house called Alkrington Hall. Later, he bought Hulme Hall to be his family home.
In 1764, he sold Hulme Hall to Francis Egerton, 3rd Duke of Bridgewater. The Duke needed the land to continue building his famous Bridgewater Canal. This canal was very important for transporting goods and helped Manchester grow.
Later Life and Family
After selling Hulme Hall, George Lloyd moved to York. He later lived in Barrowby, which is near Leeds. He passed away there on 4 December 1783 and was buried in a nearby place called Swillington.
George Lloyd was married twice. His first wife was Eleanor Wright, and they had a son named John. John also became a Fellow of the Royal Society, just like his father! He was known for his knowledge in science and other useful subjects.
With his second wife, Susannah Horton, George had several more children. They had three sons named Gamaliel, George, and Thomas, and three daughters named Anne, Susannah, and Elizabeth.
Public Service
In 1779, George Lloyd was appointed a Deputy Lieutenant for the West Riding of Yorkshire. This was an important role in local government. His grandsons, George and John-Gamaliel, later served as High Sheriff of Warwickshire, continuing the family's tradition of public service.
See also
- Welcombe House
