Lewis Watson, 2nd Earl of Rockingham (c. 1714 – 4 November 1745)[1] was a British peer, styled Viscount Sondes from 1722 to 1724.
He inherited the earldom from his grandfather, Lewis Watson, 1st Earl of Rockingham, in 1724. He was Lord Lieutenant of Kent from 1737. He died childless and was succeeded by his brother, Thomas.
Honorary titles | ||
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Preceded by The Earl of Leicester |
Lord Lieutenant of Kent 1737–1745 |
Succeeded by The Duke of Dorset |
Peerage of Great Britain | ||
Preceded by Lewis Watson |
Earl of Rockingham 1724–1745 |
Succeeded by Thomas Watson |