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Evelyn Baring, 1st earl of Cromer: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Evelyn Baring, 1st Earl of Cromer, Viscount Errington of Hexham, Viscount Cromer, Baron Cromer of Cromer • Sir Evelyn Baring
Born February 26, 1841 • England
Died January 29, 1917 (aged 75) • London • England
House / Dynasty Baring family

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