Sir John Cope

Sir John Cope was a British military officer and politician in the 18th century. He is best known for his role as a general during the Jacobite Rising of 1745, when he led government forces against Scottish rebels seeking to restore the Stuart monarchy. Cope's most notable moment was his defeat at the Battle of Prestonpans, which was a significant setback for the British government. His military career was marked by limited success, and he is often remembered for this defeat rather than his other achievements.