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Rampton branch of the Eyre Family
This branch follows that of Gervase Eyre, the first son of Anthony and
Ann Eyre of Newbold Manor. For Gervase's ancestors please check out
the Newbold branch.
Gervase and his wife Elizabeth lived at Rampton as did the next two
generations. Gevase became Col Gervase Eyre, Governer of Newark Castle
and fought on behalf of King Charles in the English Civil War, dying
whilst defending Newark Castle.
His line produced two eminent military men, Vice Admiral Sir George
Eye, KCB, KCMG and General Sir William Eyre KCB (1805 -1859) as well
as Edward John Eyre, explorer and Governor of Jamaica.
One researcher (Dr. Didac Ettinghausen) is currently researching Mary
Anne Eyre (1810-1888), the sister of the explorer Edward John Eyre and
would appreciate any additional info anyone can provide.
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