biography text
Soon after coming of age James Cornwallis was returned by his elder brother, Lord Cornwallis, for the family borough of Eye as a government supporter. He died just before the next general election, 28 May 1727.
CORNWALLIS, Hon. James (1701-27).
| Constituency | Dates |
|---|---|
| Eye | 3 Nov. 1722 – 28 May 1727 |
Family and Education
b. 16 Sept. 1701, 2nd s. of Charles Cornwallis, M.P., 4th Baron Cornwallis, and bro. of Hon. Edward, John and Stephen Cornwallis. unm.
Offices Held
Lt. R.N. 1720; cdr. of Griffin fire-ship.
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