About Thomas Leigh
Lived 1504 – 1571 (aged 66–67). Thomas Leigh was a businessperson and merchant.
Life alt=Leigh was a ward of Sir Rowland Hill and married his heiress. Leigh was a ward of Sir Rowland Hill and married his heiress. Leigh was born about 1504 at Wellington, Shropshire, to Roger Leigh of Rushall (Willington, County Durham, 1483-1506) and Anne or Alice née Trafford (Leigh, Lancashire, 1487-1551).
In 1558 or 1559, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth.
Another, Katherine Leigh, married Edward Baber MP, Serjeant-at-law and Recorder of Bath.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Thomas Leigh?
Lord Mayor of London
When was Thomas Leigh born?
Thomas Leigh was born in 1504 in Wellington.
When did Thomas Leigh die?
Thomas Leigh died on 15 November 1571 in London.
What was Thomas Leigh's occupation?
Thomas Leigh was a businessperson and merchant.
What nationality was Thomas Leigh?
Thomas Leigh's recorded nationality: English people.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Thomas Leigh (Lord Mayor)
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