John Benger (politician)

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John Benger (died c. 1457), of Pewsey, Wiltshire, was an English politician.

He was a Member (MP) of the Parliament of England for Great Bedwyn in 1420. [1]

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References

  1. "BENGER, John (D.c.1457), of Pewsey, Wilts. | History of Parliament Online".