Laurence Shirley, 4th Earl Ferrers
The Earl Ferrers | |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | 18 August 1720 |
| Died | 5 May 1760 (aged 39) Tyburn, Middlesex |
| Nationality | British |
| Spouse | Mary Shirley, Countess Ferrers |
| Parent(s) | Laurence Ferrers (son of Robert Shirley, 1st Earl Ferrers) Anne Clarges |
Laurence Shirley, 4th Earl Ferrers (18 August 1720 – 5 May 1760) was an English nobleman, notable for being the last peer to be hanged, following his conviction for murdering his steward.