John de Gisburn
Member of the Parliament of England;
About John de Gisburn
Lived 1336 – 1390 (aged 53–54).
John de Gisburn was a Member of Parliament for the constituency of York. During his career he also held the office of Lord Mayor of York.
Life and politics
He was born in 1336 in the city of York. He married Ellen and they had two children, Alice and Isabel. He was Lord Mayor of York in 1371, 1372 and 1380.
John de Gisburn, also known as John Gisburn, was involved in factional disputes with other prominent merchants in the city of York during the 1380's. This led to him being chased out of his mayoral duties in 1380 by Simon Quixley. The Westminster government had to intervene to restore his position.
He died in York in 1390. He was survived by his wife who died around 1407/08. His daughter, Alice, married Sir William Plumpton, Constable of Knaresborough Castle, in 1382.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John de Gisburn?
member of the Parliament of England; (1336-1390)
When was John de Gisburn born?
John de Gisburn was born in 1336 in York.
When did John de Gisburn die?
John de Gisburn died in 1390 in City of York (UK Parliament constituency).
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