Edward Douglas-Pennant, 1st Baron Penrhyn
Edward Gordon Douglas-Pennant, 1st Baron Penrhyn (20 June 1800 – 31 March 1886), was a Scottish landowner in Wales and Jamaica, and a Conservative Party politician. He played a major part in the development of the Welsh slate industry.
The Right Honourable The Lord Pernrhyn | |
|---|---|
| Lord Lieutenant of Caernarvonshire | |
| In office 1866–1886 | |
| Preceded by | Sir Richard Williams-Bulkeley, Bt |
| Succeeded by | John Ernest Greaves |
| Member of Parliament for Caernarvonshire | |
| In office 1841–1866 | |
| Preceded by | John Ormsby-Gore |
| Succeeded by | George Douglas-Pennant |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 6 June 1800 |
| Died | 31 March 1886 (age 85) |
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