George Bingham, 3rd Earl of Lucan 1800 – 1888

Biography

George Bingham, 3rd Earl of Lucan, was born on April 16, 1800, in London into one of Britain’s notable aristocratic families. He devoted much of his life to military service, establishing himself as a distinguished British Army officer. Throughout his career, he contributed to the military traditions of his earldom during a period of significant change in nineteenth-century Britain.

Bingham lived a long and full life, remaining engaged throughout his years in London and beyond. His tenure as the 3rd Earl of Lucan spanned much of the nineteenth century, witnessing the dramatic transformation of both the military and British society. He maintained his position of responsibility and prominence within his family’s legacy and the broader aristocratic community.

On November 10, 1888, at the age of eighty-eight, Bingham died in London, bringing to a close nearly nine decades of life during one of Britain’s most consequential historical periods. He was laid to rest at Chichester Cathedral in Chichester, a final resting place befitting his rank and station. His remains were interred in this distinguished cathedral, connecting him permanently to one of England’s most significant religious and historical sites.