George Augustus Cavendish-Bentink Monument, 8M East Of Chancel Of Church Of St Mary (Q26466853)
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monument in Studland, Purbeck, Dorset, UK
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | George Augustus Cavendish-Bentink Monument, 8M East Of Chancel Of Church Of St Mary |
monument in Studland, Purbeck, Dorset, UK |
Statements
13 December 1984
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Beneath this spot rests the body of the Right Honourable George Augustus Frederick Cavendish-Bentinck, of Her Majesty's Privy Council and a Member of Parliament in which he sat for 31 consecutive years. Born July 9 1821, died April 9 1891 Only son of Major General Lord Frederick Cavendish-Bentinck and grandson of William Henry third Duke of Portland. (British English)
This ancient well head or 'pozzo', which surmounts the grave of the late Right Honourable George Augustus Frederick Cavendish-Bentinck — brought by him from Italy as a monument of sixteenth century art revival — has been placed here in his memory by his widow and children. (British English)
SZ0283887759
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