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Charles Townshend: Quick Facts

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Born August 27, 1725
Died September 4, 1767 (aged 42) • London • England
Title / Office Chancellor of the Exchequer (1766-1767), United Kingdom
Role In Townshend Acts

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Engraved portrait of Charles Townshend, shown from the chest up, wearing a jacket and cravat, with short, curled hair.
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