Sir John Evelyn, 1st Baronet of Wotton, Surrey, was a British official and politician who sat in the House of Commons from 1708 to 1710. His grandfather, the diarist John Evelyn, influenced his independent attitude in politics and stimulated his dedication to literature. His public offices included Postmaster-general from 1708 to 1715.
- Occupation
- politician
- Position held
- member of the 2nd Parliament of Great Britain
- Born
- March 1, 1682
- Died
- July 1763, July 15, 1763
