What type of landowner was George Monck's father?
A prosperous landowner
An impoverished landowner
A modest landowner
A wealthy landowner
Answer
George Monck's father was an impoverished landowner, who was unable to provide his son with the education he needed to succeed in life. This led Monck to join the army, where he quickly rose through the ranks and became a successful general. He later played a key role in the restoration of the monarchy in England in 1660.
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