Freemason. Following a naval career, he was appointed a Provincial Grand Master. He instituted a national body for Templar masonry, which was made possible by an annuity obtained from King George III, who he claimed was his illegitimate half brother.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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