What title did Cornwallis inherit in 1762?
Duke of York
Earl of Essex
Baron of Kent
Marquess Cornwallis
Answer
Marquess Cornwallis was the title inherited by Cornwallis in 1762. This title is a rank in the British peerage, one level below a duke and one level above an earl. It is typically bestowed upon individuals who have made significant contributions to the nation or who have distinguished themselves in public service.
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