John Bentinck

John Albert Bentinck (29 December 1737 – 23 September 1775) was a Royal Navy officer, inventor and politician who served in the British House of Commons from 1761 to 1768 representing the constituency of Rye.

For the British Army officer and peer, see John Bentinck, 5th Duke of Portland.

John Albert Bentinck
Captain John Bentinck (1737–1775) and his son, William Bentinck (1764–1813)
Born(1737-12-29)29 December 1737
Died23 September 1775(1775-09-23) (aged 37)
Allegiance Great Britain
Service/branch Royal Navy
Years of service1752 – 1773
RankCaptain
Commands held
Battles/warsSeven Years' War
RelationsWilliam Bentinck (son)
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