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Archibald Acheson, 2nd earl of Gosford: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Archibald Acheson
Born August 1, 1776 • Ireland
Died March 27, 1849 (aged 72) • Armagh • Northern Ireland
Title / Office governor (1835-1837), Canada • House of Lords (1811-1849), United Kingdom • House of Commons (1800-1807), United Kingdom
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