Theophilus Oglethorpe
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About
British soldier and statesman who played a prominent part in the defeat of James, Duke of Monmouth at Sedgemoor. He is the main protagonist in John Whitbourn's 1998 book The Royal Changeling.
Before Fame
His property was confiscated during the British religious conflicts, but then restored.
Trivia
Due to the monarchy he supported falling from favor twice, his fortunes in life changed drastically.
Family Life
He had sons named James, Lewis, and Theophilus.
Associated With
His son, James Oglethorpe, founded the colony of Georgia in the spirit of the same social reforms he advocated at home in England.
