Edward Colman (MP)
British politician
Biography
Lists
Also Viewed
The basics
Quick Facts
| Intro | British politician | |
| Places | United Kingdom Great Britain | |
| was | Politician | |
| Work field | Politics | |
| Gender |
| |
| Birth | 1 January 1734 | |
| Death | 1 January 1815 (aged 81 years) |
The details
Biography
Edward Colman (c.1734-1815) was an English politician. He was the son of William Colman of Gornhay, Tiverton, Devon. He joined the Army and rose to the rank of Major before retiring in 1775. He was MP for Orford from 1768 to 1771. He was appointed Clerk of the robes and wardrobes (1770-75), Gentleman usher of the privy chamber (1771-75) and Serjeant-at-Arms of the British House of Commons (1775-1805). He was married and had 2 sons and 2 daughters.