John Beauclerk was an English nobleman born in 1683, known for being the 2nd Duke of St Albans. He was the son of Charles Beauclerk, the 1st Duke of St Albans, and Diana de Vere, the daughter of the 20th Earl of Oxford. John inherited the title after his father's death in 1726 and became a prominent figure in the British aristocracy. Throughout his life, John Beauclerk was involved in various social and political activities. He served as a Member of Parliament for Hertford and was known for his connections to the royal family, particularly through his lineage, which traced back to King Charles II. He passed away in 1751.