Francis Russell, Marquess of Tavistock

Francis Russell, Marquess of Tavistock (27 September 1739 – 22 March 1767) was a British politician and heir apparent to the dukedom of Bedford until his death in 1767.

The Right Honourable
Marquess of Tavistock
Portrait of Tavistock by Joshua Reynolds
Member of Parliament for Bedfordshire
In office
1761–1767
Serving with Robert Henley-Ongley
Preceded bySir Thomas Alston, Bt
Henry Osborn
Succeeded byRobert Henley-Ongley
The Earl of Upper Ossory
Member of Parliament for Armagh Borough
In office
1759–1760
Serving with Edward Knatchbull
Preceded byEdward Knatchbull
Philip Bragg
Succeeded byRobert Cuninghame
Hon. John Ponsonby
Personal details
Born(1739-09-27)27 September 1739
Died22 March 1767(1767-03-22) (aged 27)
SpouseLady Elizabeth Keppel
ChildrenFrancis Russell, 5th Duke of Bedford
John Russell, 6th Duke of Bedford
Lord William Russell
Parent(s)John Russell, 4th Duke of Bedford
Hon. Gertrude Leveson-Gower
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