About Thomas Morgan
Lived 1542 – 1595 (aged 52–53). Thomas Morgan was an English politician.
Thomas Morgan (c. 1542 – 1595) was a Welsh professional soldier and politician.
Morgan had volunteered his services by raising a regiment and fought against the Spanish in the outbreak of the Eighty Years War fighting in battles such as the Relief of Goes in 1572, the defence of Delft in 1573 and the naval victory in the Scheldt the following year.
Morgan was governor of the predominantly English garrison at Bergen Op Zoom in the Netherlands from 1587 through until 1593. During his time he was able with the help of Lord Willoughby to inflict a defeat on the Duke of Parma attempting to besiege the city in September 1588.
He was a Member (MP) of the Parliament of England for Shaftesbury in 1571 and Wilton in 1593.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Thomas Morgan?
Welsh professional soldier and politician, died 1595
When was Thomas Morgan born?
Thomas Morgan was born in 1542 in Wales.
When did Thomas Morgan die?
Thomas Morgan died on 22 December 1595 in Fulham.
What was Thomas Morgan's occupation?
Thomas Morgan was a politician.
What nationality was Thomas Morgan?
Thomas Morgan was English.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Thomas Morgan (died 1595)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Thomas Morgan. https://biography.guide/thomas-morgan-politician-1542/
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