Jock Delves Broughton
Jock Delves Broughton | |
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Sir Jock Delves Broughton and his first wife, 1925 | |
| Born | 10 September 1883 Doddington Hall, Cheshire, England |
| Died | 5 December 1942 (aged 59) Adelphi Hotel, Liverpool, England |
| Cause of death | Suicide by drug overdose |
| Education | Eton College, Royal Military College, Sandhurst |
| Known for | Murder trial of Lord Erroll |
| Spouses | |
| Children | At least two, including Evelyn |
| Relatives | Isabella Blow (granddaughter) |
| Family | Delves Broughtons |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch | British Army |
| Rank | Deputy Lieutenant |
| Unit | Irish Guards |
| Battles / wars | World War I |
Sir Henry John Delves Broughton, 11th Baronet, DL (10 September 1883 – 5 December 1942), was a British baronet who is chiefly known for standing trial for the murder of the 22nd Earl of Erroll. The event was the basis of the film White Mischief and of the British television drama The Happy Valley, both from 1987.