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George Savile, 1st marquess of Halifax: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Viscount Halifax • Baron Savile of Eland • Sir George Savile, 4th baronet
Born November 11, 1633 • England
Died April 5, 1695 (aged 61) • London • England

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George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax, detail of an oil painting attributed to Mary Beale; in the National Portrait Gallery, London
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