John Cocks, 1st Earl Somers
John Somers Cocks, 1st Earl Somers (6 May 1760 – 5 January 1841), known as The Lord Somers /ˈsʌmərz/ between 1806 and 1821, was a British peer and politician.
The Right Honourable The Earl Somers | |
|---|---|
| Lord Lieutenant of Herefordshire | |
| In office 1817–1841 | |
| Monarchs | George III George IV William IV Victoria |
| Preceded by | The Earl of Essex |
| Succeeded by | The Lord Bateman |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 6 May 1760 |
| Died | 5 January 1841 (aged 80) |
| Nationality | British |
| Spouse | (1) Margaret Nash (d. 1831) (2) Jane Cocks (d. 1868) |
| Alma mater | St Alban's Hall, Oxford |
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