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Baring, Alexander, first Baron Ashburton (1773–1848), merchant and banker, was born on 27 October 1773 (the frequently cited date of 1784 is incorrect) in Mincing Lane, London, the second child of the six sons and six daughters of Sir Francis Baring (1740–1810), merchant and banker, and his wife, ...
Reference Entry. 3547 words. Illustrated.
Subjects: Manufacturing ; History of Manufacturing and Construction ; Banking
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