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Earl of Sandwich

The Earl of Sandwich is a title in the peerage of England, created by Charles II and bestowed upon Sir Edward Montagu.

The Earl of Sandwich also holds the titles of Viscount Hinchingbrooke and Baron Montagu of St Neots. All of the titles were created in 1660. The courtesy title of the Earl's eldest son and heir is Viscount Hinchingbrooke.

The family seat is at Mapperton in Dorset.

Earls of Sandwich (1660)

The 4th Earl of Sandwich gave his name to the sandwich.

Last updated: 10-29-2005 02:13:46