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Samuel Roper

d. 1658

English antiquarian

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About Samuel Roper

Samuel Roper was a writer.

Family

Roper married Elizabeth, daughter and co-heir of Sir Henry Goodere of Polesworth,

Warwickshire, and had issue two sons and four daughters. The eldest son, Samuel Roper (1633–1678),who inherited his father's antiquarian tastes (cf. Life of Dugdale) was a barrister at Lincoln's Inn. He died unmarried.

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Important facts

Born
Heanor
Occupation

Frequently asked questions

Who was Samuel Roper?

English antiquarian

When was Samuel Roper born?

Samuel Roper was born in Heanor.

When did Samuel Roper die?

Samuel Roper died on 1 September 1658.

What was Samuel Roper's occupation?

Samuel Roper was a writer.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Samuel Roper

· Wikidata: Q7412503

· DBpedia: Samuel Roper (antiquary)

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