Robert Thornton (MP)

Robert Thornton (9 January 1759 – 16 March 1826) was the MP for Bridgwater from 21 July 1785 till 1790 and MP for Colchester from 1790 till March 1817. On 12 September 1786, he married Marina Eyre.[1]

Robert Thornton
Member of Parliament
for Bridgwater
In office
12 July 1785  1790
Preceded byAnne Poulett
Succeeded byVere Poulett
Member of Parliament
for Colchester
In office
1790  March 1817
Preceded bySir Robert Smyth, 5th Baronet
Succeeded bySir William Burroughs, 1st Baronet
Personal details
Born9 January 1759
Died16 March 1826
SpouseMarina Thornton (née Eyre)
Parent
  • John Thornton (father)

References

  1. "THORNTON, Robert (1759-1826), of Clapham, Surr". The History of Parliament Online. Retrieved 26 March 2024.
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