Famous People with Name Amherst

Jeffery Amherst            Origin/Culture/Country: British

Jeffery Amherst: served as an officer in the British Army and as Commander-in-Chief of the Forces.Born in Sevenoaks, England, Amherst became a soldier at approximately the age of 14. After service in the War of the Austrian Succession, Amherst gained fame during the Seven Years' War, particularly in the North American campaign known in the United States as the French and Indian War.

Stephen Amherst            Origin/Culture/Country: English

Stephen Amherst: was an English cricketer who was also a noted patron and organiser of first-class matches. A useful batsman and a great servant of the game in his native Kent, Amherst made 34 known first-class appearances from his debut in 1783 until 1795, often leading his own team. He employed the famous bowler Thomas Boxall, whose career began in 1789. Amherst set up an indoor bowling area in a barn so that he and Boxall could practice during the winter.

Josceline George Herbert Amherst            Origin/Culture/Country: Australian

Josceline George Herbert Amherst: was a member of Western Australia's first Legislative Council under responsible government. He also played first-class cricket.