Edward Smith-Stanley, 13th Earl of Derby

1775–1851 (age 76)

Biography

Edward Smith-Stanley, 13th Earl of Derby (1775-1851), balanced the duties of aristocratic life with a passion for natural history, supporting the study of species and landscapes with both curiosity and patronage. His interest in the natural world reflected an enlightened appreciation for the diversity of creation.

Interred at the Church of St Peter and St Paul in Ormskirk, he is honored as a noble who encouraged thoughtful exploration of the world around him.

Also buried at Church of St Peter and St Paul, Ormskirk

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