Vice-Adm. Washington Shirley (5th Earl Ferrers) 
Washington was born in 1722. Washington's father was Hon. Laurence Shirley and his mother was Anne Clarges. His paternal grandparents were Robert Shirley (1st Earl Ferrers) and Elizabeth Washington. He had three brothers named Laurence, Robert and Walter. He was the second oldest of the four children. He died at the age of 56 in 1778.General Notes
He died on 11 October 1778 at age 56, without issue.1
He succeeded to the title of 11th Baronet Shirley, of Staunton Harold [E., 1611] on 5 May 1760.1 He succeeded to the title of 5th Earl Ferrers [G.B., 1711] on 5 May 1760.1 He succeeded to the title of 5th Viscount Tamworth, of co. Stafford [G.B., 1711] on 5 May 1760.1 He gained the rank of Vice-Admiral of the Blue.1
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Occupation Details
Washington's occupation was in Ditchingham Hall.
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Individual Additional Information
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