George Napier
Colonel George Napier (11 March 1751 – 13 October 1804), styled "The Honourable", was a British Army officer, most notable for his marriage to Lady Sarah Lennox, and for his sons Charles James Napier, William Francis Patrick Napier and George Thomas Napier, all of whom were noted military officers, collectively referred to as "Wellington’s Colonels". He also served as Comptroller of Army Accounts in Ireland from 1799 until his death in 1804.
Colonel The Honourable George Napier | |
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| Born | 11 March 1751 |
| Died | 12 October 1804 (aged 53) |
| Allegiance | Kingdom of Great Britain |
| Service/ | British Army |
| Years of service | 1767–1804 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Battles/wars | American War of Independence |
| Spouse(s) | |
| Children | 6, including
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| Relations | Francis Napier, 6th Lord Napier (father) |
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