About Thomas atte Crosse
Thomas atte Crosse was a judge and cleric.
Thomas atte Crosse, also called Thomas de Crosse, or simply Thomas Crosse (died after 1348) was an English cleric, Crown official and judge, who had a highly successful career in both England and Ireland. Little is recorded about his early years, but by 1336 he was referred to as an official of long-standing, who had been put to great "labours and charges" on the King's business in England, Ireland and Scotland. and held that office for two years. He was also paid 100 marks for repairs to military engines, crossbows and other instruments.
He returned to England in 1337: Ball states that he received many clerical benefices but does not specify them. He was probably the Thomas atte Crosse who was rector of Bexwell, Norfolk. He was appointed Keeper of the Royal Wardrobe ( i.e. the Royal Household) in 1337 and was Chamberlain of the Exchequer from 1337 to 1348.
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Who was Thomas atte Crosse?
English cleric
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Thomas atte Crosse died in 1400.
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Thomas atte Crosse was a judge and cleric.
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