Andrew Wade

Andrew Wade was born on 17 May 1727 in Elswick, Lancashire, United Kingdom to Henry Wade. 
In 1742, he joined the Duke of Lancashire's Regiment as an Ensign. In 1744, he made Lieutenant. In 1745, he made Captain. In 1747, he made Major. In 1750, he made Lieutenant Colonel and commanded Second Battalion. 
In 1752, he had a son: Johnathan Wade. 
In 1755, he became Regimental Adjutant until 1762 when he commanded 2nd Battalion again. He was sent to fight in the Battle of Manila. 
He died in battle in 1762 in Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines.