James Charles Chatterton facts for kids
Sir James Charles Chatterton (born December 10, 1794, died January 5, 1874) was a brave British Army officer and a politician. He was the third and last person to hold the special title of Chatterton Baronet of Castle Mahon. He fought in two big wars: the Peninsular War and the Waterloo Campaign. Later, he became a Member of Parliament (MP) for Cork in Ireland, which means he helped make laws for the country.
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A Life of Service
James Charles Chatterton was the second son of Sir James Chatterton, who was the first Baronet. In 1809, when he was just 15, James joined the army, specifically the 12th Light Dragoons. He then took part in the Peninsular War (1807–1814). This war was fought in Spain and Portugal.
Fighting in the Peninsular War
During the Peninsular War, James Chatterton was involved in many important battles. He fought at the sieges of Ciudad Rodrigo and Badajoz. He also took part in the battles of Salamanca, Vittoria, Nivelle, and the Nive. Because of his brave actions in these battles, Chatterton received a special medal called the Army Gold Medal. This medal had seven extra bars, showing how many important battles he had been in.
The Waterloo Campaign
In June 1815, James Chatterton fought in two more very famous battles: Quatre Bras and Waterloo. These battles were part of a big campaign against Napoleon. After these fights, he marched with the army to Paris and helped capture the city. He stayed in France for a while as part of the army that kept the peace.
Special Honors
James Chatterton received many honors during his long career. At the 1838 Coronation of Queen Victoria, he was in charge of the 4th Dragoon Guards. For this important role, he received a special gold medal. Later, at the funeral of the famous Duke of Wellington, Queen Victoria personally asked Chatterton to carry the "Great Banner." This was a huge honor, given because of his "long, faithful, and distinguished services" to the country.
A Career in Politics
Besides his military career, Chatterton also served as a politician. He was a Member of Parliament (MP) for Cork in Ireland. He served as an MP from 1831 to 1845, and again from 1849 to 1852. An MP helps make laws and represent the people. He was also the High Sheriff of County Cork from 1851 to 1852, which is an important local government role. In 1855, he became the Chatterton Baronet after his brother passed away. From 1858 to 1868, he was the Colonel of the 5th Royal Irish Lancers.
Family Life
In 1825, James Chatterton married Anne Atkinson. They had one son named James-William-Acheson, but sadly, he passed away when he was very young (1826-1827). Because his son died young and Sir James Charles Chatterton had no other children, the Baronet title ended when he passed away. He is buried with his wife in Brookwood Cemetery.
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The coat of arms granted to the Chatterton family.
