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William Waldegrave

1507 – 1554

English soldier and Member of Parliament, died 1554

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About William Waldegrave

Lived 1507 – 1554 (aged 46). William Waldegrave was an English politician.

Sir William Waldegrave (2 August 1507 – 2 May 1554) was an English soldier and Member of Parliament.

Life Waldegrave was born into a prosperous Suffolk family, the eldest son of Sir George Waldegrave of Smallbridge Hall, Bures St Mary, Suffolk and Anne Drury, the daughter of Sir Robert Drury of Hawstead, Suffolk. He was brought up at his maternal grandfather's house. The deaths within the space of 14 months of his paternal grandfather, Sir William Waldegrave, and his own father left him heir to a large estate and fortune at the age of 20. While on his deathbed, his father secured for Waldegrave an advantageous marriage to a Suffolk heiress.

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Important facts

Born
2 August 1507, Smallbridge Hall
Birth century
16th century
Died
2 May 1554, Calais
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Kingdom of England
Positions held
Member of the 1545-47 Parliament
Also known as
Sir William Waldegrave

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Waldegrave?

English soldier and Member of Parliament, died 1554

When was William Waldegrave born?

William Waldegrave was born on 2 August 1507 in Smallbridge Hall.

When did William Waldegrave die?

William Waldegrave died on 2 May 1554 in Calais.

What was William Waldegrave's occupation?

William Waldegrave was a politician.

What nationality was William Waldegrave?

William Waldegrave was English.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Waldegrave

· Wikidata: Q16863531

· DBpedia: William Waldegrave (Suffolk MP, died 1554)

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