About Thomas Shirley
Lived 1489 – 1544 (aged 54–55). Thomas Shirley was an English politician.
Thomas Shirley (by 1489–1544), of West Grinstead, Sussex, was an English politician.
Family His brother, Richard Shirley, was an MP for Sussex. He married Elizabeth Gorges and they had four daughters and two sons, including Francis Shirley MP.
Career He was a Member (MP) of the Parliament of England for Steyning in 1529.
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Who was Thomas Shirley?
English politician, died 1544
When was Thomas Shirley born?
Thomas Shirley was born in 1489.
When did Thomas Shirley die?
Thomas Shirley died on 28 April 1544.
What was Thomas Shirley's occupation?
Thomas Shirley was a politician.
What nationality was Thomas Shirley?
Thomas Shirley was English.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Thomas Shirley (died 1544)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Thomas Shirley. https://biography.guide/thomas-shirley-politician/
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