John Manners, marquess of Granby

John Manners, marquess of Granby (born August 2, 1721—died October 18, 1770, Scarborough, Yorkshire, England) was a British army officer, a popular British hero of the Seven Years’ War (1756–63). The eldest son and heir apparent of the 3rd duke of Rutland, he was styled the marquess of Granby by courtesy. He fought in Scotland in 1746 and in Flanders the next year. He was a member of Parliament from 1754 until his death. Sent...