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Edward Montagu, 2nd earl of Manchester: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Edward Montagu, 2nd earl of Manchester, Viscount Mandeville, Baron Kimbolton of Kimbolton
Born 1602
Died May 7, 1671 (aged 69) • Whitehall • England
Political Affiliation Roundhead
Role In Battle of Marston Moor • English Civil Wars • First English Civil War

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