George Pigot, 1st Baron Pigot
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"George Pigot" redirects here. For the British Army officer, see Sir George Pigot, 3rd Baronet.
George Pigot, 1st Baron Pigot (4 March 1719 – 11 May 1777) was twice the British President of the British East India Company.
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George Pigot | |
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President of the British East India Company | |
In office 14 January 1755 – 14 November 1763 | |
Preceded by | Thomas Saunders |
Succeeded by | Robert Palk |
In office 11 December 1775 – 23 August 1776 | |
Preceded by | Alexander Wynch |
Succeeded by | George Stratton |
Personal details | |
Died | 11 May 1777 |
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