John Walker-Heneage
British Member of Parliament (1730-1806)
John Walker-Heneage (17 May 1730 - 26 February 1806) was the member of Parliament for Cricklade in England from 4 April 1785 to June 1794.
He was hereditary usher to the Court of Exchequer as well as holding other hereditary positions.
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