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Charles Grey, 1st Earl Grey
Charles Grey, 1st Earl Grey KB PC (circa 23 October 1729 – 14 November 1807) was a British general of the 18th century. A distinguished soldier in a generation of exceptionally capable military and naval perosnnel he served in the Seven Years' War taking part in the complete defeat of France. less fortuitous was the campaign in the American War of Independence and later a defensive campaign in northern France during the French Revolutionary War. Following the Battle of Paoli in 1777 he became known as "No-flint Grey" for his rousing of the musket rank and file to rapid fire.
== Early life ==
He was the fourth son of Sir Henry Grey, 1st Baronet, of Howick and Hannah, daughter of Thomas Wood of Falloden in Northumberland. Grey was born at his family's estate, known as Howick, 30 miles north of Newcastle upon Tyne and one mile from the North Sea. His exact birthdate is unknown, but he was baptized 23 October 1729, so he was probably born in October.
Because he had three older brothers, Grey did not expect to inherit his father's titles and estates, so he pursued a career in the military. Two older brothers Sir Henry and Thomas both died without issue.
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