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Richard Trevor

1558 – 1638

Welsh landowner, soldier and politician

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About Richard Trevor

Lived 1558 – 1638 (aged 79–80). Richard Trevor was a Welsh and English politician.

Sir Richard Trevor (1558–1638) was a Welsh landowner, soldier and politician.

He was the eldest son of John Trevor of Trevalyn Hall, Denbighshire. He was the elder brother of Sir John Trevor, Sir Thomas Trevor and Sir Sackville Trevor. He inherited the Trevor family estate of Trevalyn in Denbighshire on the death of his father in 1589.

Trevor was knighted in 1597, while on military service in Ireland, and, like his younger brothers Sackville Trevor and John Trevor, he enjoyed the patronage of Charles Howard, 1st Earl of Nottingham. He was brought in as MP for Bletchingley to replace Howard when Howard elected to represent Surrey. He became a member of the Council of Wales and the Marches in 1602. From 1596 to 1626 he was Vice-Admiral of North Wales.

He married Katherine, daughter of Roger Puleston of Emral; they had four daughters. Trevalyn was bequeathed to his nephew, Sir John Trevor.

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Important facts

Born
1558, Rossett
Birth century
Died
1638
Occupation
Education
Queens' College
Positions held
Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Vice-admiral, Large estate owner, Member of the 1597-98 Parliament
Also known as
Richard Trefor, Sir Richard Trevor

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Richard Trevor?

Welsh landowner, soldier and politician (1558–1638)

When was Richard Trevor born?

Richard Trevor was born in 1558 in Rossett.

When did Richard Trevor die?

Richard Trevor died in 1638.

What was Richard Trevor's occupation?

Richard Trevor was a politician.

What nationality was Richard Trevor?

Richard Trevor was Welsh and English.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Richard Trevor

· Wikidata: Q7329554

· DBpedia: Richard Trevor (politician)

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