Peter Colleton
English politician (1635-1694)
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Summary
Peter Colleton was born on September 17, 1635[1]. He died on March 24, 1694[2]. He worked as a politician[3] and slave trader[4]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (27 views/month, #7,298 of 1,000,298).[5]
Key Facts
- Father: Sir John Colleton, 1st Baronet[6]
- Field of work: slave trade[7]
- Position held: Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England[8], Member of the 1681 Parliament[9], Member of the 1689-90 Parliament[10], Member of the 1690-95 Parliament[11]
- Award received: Fellow of the Royal Society[12]
- Member of: Royal Society[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Noble title: baronet[15]
- Family name: Colleton[16]
- Given name: Peter[17]
- Social classification: slave owner[18]
- P14921: sir-peter-colleton[19]
FAQs
Who were Peter Colleton's parents?
Peter Colleton's father was Sir John Colleton, 1st Baronet[6].
What did Peter Colleton do for work?
Peter Colleton worked as a politician[3] and slave trader[4].
What awards did Peter Colleton receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society[12].