18th April 1740

On This Day…
18th April 1740
Sir Francis Baring Born
 
Merchant and merchant banker. Born at Larkbear, Exeter. He founded the bank that bore his name with his brother John. Director of the East India company from 1779. Grandfather of Thomas and of Evelyn. Died at his home at Lee, South London.
 
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