Townshend George Marquis 1724-1807 Born In Norfolk England
Entered the army, and engaged in the battles of Dettingen, Fontenoy, and
Culloden. In 1759 ordered to Canada; brigadier-general, and commanded
one of the divisions under Wolfe. On Wolfe's death succeeded to the
command, and received the capitulation of Quebec. Returning to England,
served in continental campaigns. Lord-lieutenant of Ireland from 1767 to
1772. In 1784 created Earl of Leicester, and in 1787 Marquis Townshend.