George Clive (died 1779)


George Clive was a British politician.

Background

Clive was the son of Reverend Benjamin Clive, Vicar of Duffield, Derbyshire, and Susannah. His father was the uncle of Robert Clive, 1st Baron Clive.

Political career

Clive was elected Member of Parliament for Bishop's Castle in 1763, a seat he held until his death 16 years later.

Family

Clive married Sidney, daughter of Thomas Bolton, in 1763. They had four known children:
Clive died in March 1779.