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John Bourne

d. 1558

English politician; Member of the Parliament of England for Reading

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About John Bourne

John Bourne was a politician.

John Bourne (c. 1508 – 1558) was an English politician.

He lived in Reading, Berkshire where he was constable in 1530, alderman in 1542 and mayor for 1544–45, 1552–53 and 1558–59. He was elected a member (MP) of the parliament of England for Reading in March 1553 and November 1554.

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Important facts

Died

1558

Occupation

Politician

Positions held

Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Member of the March 1553 Parliament, Member of the 1554-55 Parliament

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Bourne?

English politician; Member of the Parliament of England for Reading

When did John Bourne die?

John Bourne died in 1558.

What was John Bourne's occupation?

John Bourne was a politician.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Bourne

· Wikidata: Q6222605

· DBpedia: John Bourne (died 1558)

Cite this page

APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Bourne. https://biography.guide/john-bourne/

MLA: "John Bourne." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-bourne/.

Chicago: "John Bourne." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-bourne/.

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