Henry Bright
British merchant and slave-trader in Bristol (1715–1777)
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Summary
Henry Bright was born on March 21, 1715[1], in Brockbury Hall[2]. He died on January 17, 1777[3]. He worked as a merchant[4], slave trader[5], mayor[6], banker[7], and hooper[8].
Key Facts
- Spouse: Sarah Meyler[9]
- Child: Richard Bright[10]
- Country of citizenship: Kingdom of Great Britain[11]
- Position held: Q141492226[12], apprentice[13], supercargo[14], Sheriff of Bristol[15], Common Councilman of the City of Bristol[16]
- Member of: Society of Merchant Venturers[17]
- Sex or gender: male[18]
- Residence: Queen Square[19]
- Family name: Bright[20]
- Given name: Henry[21]
- Partner in business or sport: Richard Meyler[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[23]
- Owner of: Welland Court[24]
- Sibling: Francis Bright[25], Q141778476[26]
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FAQs
Where was Henry Bright born?
Henry Bright was born in Brockbury Hall[2].
Who was Henry Bright married to?
Henry Bright's spouses include Sarah Meyler[9].
What did Henry Bright do for work?
Henry Bright worked as a merchant[4], slave trader[5], mayor[6], banker[7], and hooper[8].