John Talbot Coke

Military Person

1839 – 1912

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Who was John Talbot Coke?

Major General John Talbot Coke of Trusley in South Derbyshire was a British Army officer that served in the 25th Foot between 1859 to 1901. He wrote a family history book called "Coke of Trusley, in the County of Derby, and Branches Therefrom; a Family History" which was published in 1880. He was a Brigade Commander during the Second Boer War having a prominent role in the battles of Spion Kop and the Tugela Heights during the relief of Ladysmith.

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Born
Dec 7, 1839
Education
  • Harrow School
Died
1912

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on July 23, 2013

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