Lord Arthur John Henry Somerset facts for kids
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Arthur Somerset
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| Member of Parliament for Monmouthshire |
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| In office 1805–1816 |
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| Preceded by | James Rooke, Sir Charles Gould Morgan |
| Succeeded by | Sir Charles Gould Morgan, Lord Granville Somerset |
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| Born | 12 February 1780 |
| Died | 18 April 1816 (aged 36) |
| Nationality | British |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Boscawen |
| Children | 3 |
| Parents | Henry Somerset, 5th Duke of Beaufort Elizabeth Boscawen |
| Alma mater | Eton College |
| Occupation | Soldier |
Lord Arthur John Henry Somerset (born 12 February 1780 – died 18 April 1816) was a British politician and soldier. He was the sixth son of Henry Somerset, 5th Duke of Beaufort, a very important noble.
Early Life and Education
Arthur Somerset went to Oriel College, Oxford, a famous university. He earned his first degree, a Bachelor of Arts (BA), in 1799. A few years later, in 1803, he completed his Master of Arts (MA) degree.
After his studies, Lord Arthur began a career in the military. In 1803, he became a captain and then a major in the local army, called the Monmouth and Brecon Militia. This group was led by his older brother, the 6th Duke. In 1804, he joined the main British Army as a lieutenant.
Political Career
Lord Arthur Somerset became involved in politics. In August 1805, he tried to become a Member of Parliament (MP) for Gloucester, but he did not win.
However, in November of the same year, he was successfully elected as an MP for Monmouthshire. An MP is someone elected to represent people in the country's government. At the same time, he was also made a "deputy lieutenant" for Monmouthshire and Breconshire. This was an important role in local government.
While serving as an MP, Lord Arthur continued his military career. In 1806, he became a captain in the 4th West India Regiment. Later that year, he moved to the 91st Foot regiment.
Family Life
On 23 June 1808, Lord Arthur Somerset married his first cousin, Elizabeth Boscawen. She was the daughter of George Boscawen, 3rd Viscount Falmouth.
Lord Arthur and Elizabeth had three children:
- Rev. George Somerset (born 30 March 1809 – died 12 October 1882). He married Philida Elizabeth Call in 1835 and had children.
- Elizabeth Anne Somerset (born 2 August 1810 – died 12 April 1835).
- Arthur Edward Somerset (born 28 August 1813 – died 9 September 1853). He also married his first cousin, Frances Boscawen, and had children.
Later Military Service and Death
In 1811, Lord Arthur Somerset joined the 19th Light Dragoons, another army regiment. He continued to serve in the military until his death.
Lord Arthur Somerset passed away in Lisbon, Portugal, on 18 April 1816. He was 36 years old.
