Sir Richard Hotham was an East India merchant, property developer and politician who sat in the House of Commons from 1780 to 1784. He is especially noted for his development of the Sussex village of Bognor into a seaside resort. He was also sometimes called Hotham the Hatter, to mark his original trade.

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Occupation: politician, businessperson
Position held: member of the 15th Parliament of Great Britain, High Sheriff of Surrey
Born: October 5, 1722
Died: March 13, 1799

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Richard Hotham

British politician and businessman (1722-1799)

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About Richard Hotham

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Occupation: politician, businessperson
Position held: member of the 15th Parliament of Great Britain, High Sheriff of Surrey
Born: October 5, 1722
Died: March 13, 1799

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