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Bassingbourne Gawdy

1560 – 1606

English politician

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About Bassingbourne Gawdy

Lived 1560 – 1606 (aged 45–46). Bassingbourne Gawdy was an English politician.

Sir Bassingbourne Gawdy (1560

Biography Gawdy was the son of Bassingbourne Gawdy of West Harling, Norfolk, and Anne (died 1587), daughter of John Wootton of North Tuddenham in Norfolk. He was a brother of Phillip Gawdy (1562–1617).

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Important facts

Born
1560
Birth century
16th century
Died
1606
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Kingdom of England
Positions held
Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Member of the 1593 Parliament, Member of the 1601 Parliament, Member of the 1604-11 Parliament
Also known as
Sir Bassingbourne Gawdy

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bassingbourne Gawdy?

English politician (1560-1606)

When was Bassingbourne Gawdy born?

Bassingbourne Gawdy was born in 1560.

When did Bassingbourne Gawdy die?

Bassingbourne Gawdy died in 1606.

What was Bassingbourne Gawdy's occupation?

Bassingbourne Gawdy was a politician.

What nationality was Bassingbourne Gawdy?

Bassingbourne Gawdy was English.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bassingbourne Gawdy

· Wikidata: Q4868154

· DBpedia: Bassingbourne Gawdy II

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