Sir William Geary, 2nd Baronet facts for kids
Sir William Geary, 2nd Baronet (born September 23, 1756 – died August 6, 1825) was an English politician. He belonged to the Tory political group. He came from West Peckham in Kent. Sir William was a member of the House of Commons, which is part of the British Parliament. He served there from 1796 to 1806 and again from 1812 to 1818.
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Who Was Sir William Geary?
Sir William Geary was an important figure in British politics. He held the title of Baronet, which is a special honor. He spent many years working in the British Parliament. His work helped shape laws and decisions for the country.
His Early Life and Family
Sir William was the oldest son of Admiral Sir Francis Geary, 1st Baronet. His father lived in Polesden, Surrey. William went to Cheam School and then to Magdalen College, Oxford from 1773 to 1776. He became the 2nd Baronet in 1796. This happened after his older brother, Francis, died during the American War of Independence. Sir William lived at a place called Oxon Hoath in West Peckham.
His Time in Parliament
Sir William Geary was first chosen to be a Member of Parliament (MP) in 1796. He was one of two MPs for the area of Kent. He won the election again in 1802. However, he lost his seat in the 1806 election. He did not run in 1807. But he was elected once more in 1812. He continued to be an MP until 1818. He then lost his seat in that year's general election.
Other Work and Family Life
From 1801 until his death in 1825, Sir William was a Director. He worked for Greenwich Hospital, London. This hospital helped sailors. Sir William married Henrietta. She was the daughter of Richard Nevill, who was also an MP. Henrietta was also the widow of Edward Dering. Sir William and Henrietta had two sons. His oldest son, Sir William Richard Powlett Geary, 3rd Baronet, took over his title after his death.
