Spencer Perceval

Spencer Perceval was born on 11 September 1795. He was the eldest son of Spencer Perceval, who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, and his wife Jane Wilson.

Throughout his life, Spencer Perceval was involved in political and religious activities. He was a Member of Parliament representing a constituency in the United Kingdom. His contributions to parliamentary discussions are documented in the Hansard records from 1803 to 2005.

In addition to his political career, Spencer Perceval was a member of the Catholic Apostolic Church, a Christian movement associated with Edward Irving. He was recognized as one of the twelve apostles within this religious community.

He married Anna Eliza Macleod, and together they had several children. One of their daughters was Eleanor Irving Perceval, who died in 1879. Eleanor married Sir Alexander Matheson, 1st Baronet.

Spencer Perceval's family included notable descendants; one of his grandsons was Sir Edward Marsh.

His son, John Spencer Perceval, served as a lieutenant in the 1st Waikato Regiment during the Waikato War in New Zealand. He was killed in action during a skirmish at Titi Hill, near Mauku. According to reports, after he was fallen on the battlefield, several men attempted to move his body. However, John Spencer Perceval refused assistance, reportedly instructing his men to "Leave me alone; revenge my death."

Further biographical information and career details about Spencer Perceval can be found through external references such as thepeerage.com and Leigh Rayment's Historical List of MPs.