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English Member of Parliament (1676-1738)
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Male
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Birth:
1676
Death:
13 February 1738
The details
Biography
Peter Bettesworth (1670–1738) was an MP for Petersfield during the late 17th and early 18th centuries.
He was the son of Peter Bettesworth of Chidden and Elizabeth née Roberts. In 1673 he married Sandys, daughter of Sir James Worsley, 5th Baronet: They had one son. After his time as MP he pursued a military career. His last post was as Lieutenant Governor of Jersey.