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Alexander Pym

d. 1585

(c.1547-85) of Brymore, Som

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About Alexander Pym

Alexander Pym was a politician.

Alexander Pym (c. 1547 – 7 January 1585) was an English landowner and politician.

Biography Pym's family had been landowners at the manor of Brymore in Somerset since the thirteenth century. A lawyer, he was elected to Parliament for Taunton in November 1584, but died early the next year, leaving behind his infant son John, who would later become a prominent Parliamentarian. His widow remarried to Anthony Rous.

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Important facts

Died
1585
Occupation
Positions held
Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Member of the 1584-85 Parliament

Frequently asked questions

Who was Alexander Pym?

(c.1547-85) of Brymore, Som

When did Alexander Pym die?

Alexander Pym died in 1585.

What was Alexander Pym's occupation?

Alexander Pym was a politician.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alexander Pym

· Wikidata: Q53645506

· DBpedia: Alexander Pym

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