Sir John Smythe, 8th Baronet facts for kids
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John Walter Smythe
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| Born | 7 November 1827 Acton Burnell, Shropshire, England |
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| Died | 5 March 1919 (aged 91) Acton Burnell, Shropshire, England |
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| 1878–1885 | Marylebone Cricket Club | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Source: Cricinfo, 21 April 2021
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Sir John Walter Smythe (born November 7, 1827 – died March 5, 1919) was an English first-class cricket player. He was also an officer in the British Army. He held the title of the 8th Baronet in his family.
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Early Life and Family Background
John Walter Smythe was born in November 1827. His family home was Acton Burnell Castle in Shropshire, England. His father was Sir Edward Joseph Smythe. John went to school at Downside School.
What is a Baronet?
A Baronet is a special title in the United Kingdom. It is passed down through families, usually from father to son. It's a bit like being a knight, but the title can be inherited. John Walter Smythe became the 8th Baronet after his older brother passed away.
Military Service
John Walter Smythe served as an officer in the Louth Rifles. This was a part of the British Army. He was promoted to the rank of captain in November 1845. This means he was a leader of soldiers.
Cricket Career
Sir John Walter Smythe started playing first-class cricket later in life. He was 50 years old when he made his first-class debut. This happened in June 1878. He played for the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). The MCC is a very famous cricket club.
Playing for the MCC
He played five first-class matches for the MCC. He continued playing until 1885. In these matches, he scored a total of 122 runs. His highest score in one game was 35 runs. As a bowler, he managed to take 2 wickets.
Understanding First-Class Cricket
First-class cricket is the highest level of cricket played over several days. It involves two teams playing two innings each. It's a very traditional and important form of the game.
Later Life and Legacy
John Walter Smythe became the 8th Baronet in his family. This happened in November 1897. He received the title after his brother, Sir Charles Smythe, passed away. He was considered for a special role called High Sheriff of Shropshire in 1904. However, he was not chosen for the position. Sir John Walter Smythe died in March 1919. He passed away at Acton Burnell, his family home. His son, Sir Edward Smythe, then became the 9th Baronet.
