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Francis Goldsmith

d. 1586

English politician

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About Francis Goldsmith

Francis Goldsmith was an English politician.

Francis Goldsmith (by 1518 – 26 March 1586) of London and Crayford, Kent, was an English politician.

He was a servant of Henry VIII's sixth wife, Catherine Parr. He was a Member (MP) of the Parliament of England for Chippenham in 1547, for Mitchell in October 1553, and Helston in 1559. In 1551, he married Joan (d.1569), daughter of Clement Newce of Much Hadham in Hertfordshire. His daughter Anne married William Lewin.

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Important facts

Died
1586
Occupation
Nationality
Positions held
Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Member of the 1547-1552 Parliament, Member of the October 1553 Parliament, Member of the 1559 Parliament

Frequently asked questions

Who was Francis Goldsmith?

English politician

When did Francis Goldsmith die?

Francis Goldsmith died in 1586.

What was Francis Goldsmith's occupation?

Francis Goldsmith was a politician.

What nationality was Francis Goldsmith?

Francis Goldsmith was English.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Francis Goldsmith

· Wikidata: Q16239696

· DBpedia: Francis Goldsmith (MP for Chippenham)

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