Albemarle Bertie (MP) facts for kids
Albemarle Bertie (born around 1668, died 1742) was an English politician from Swinstead, Lincolnshire. He was a member of the Whig political party. Bertie served in the English House of Commons and later the British House of Commons from 1705 to 1741.
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Who Was Albemarle Bertie?
Albemarle Bertie was the fifth son of Robert Bertie, 3rd Earl of Lindsey and his wife, Elizabeth Wharton. His family was well-known in England. Being part of such a family often helped people get involved in politics during that time.
Starting His Political Journey
Bertie first became a Member of Parliament (MP) in 1705. He successfully won a seat for Lincolnshire in the 1705 English general election. A general election is when people vote to choose their representatives in Parliament.
Moving to New Areas
In the 1708 British general election, Bertie did not run for Lincolnshire. Instead, he allowed his nephew, Lord Willoughby de Eresby, to run there. Albemarle Bertie then became the MP for Cockermouth. He was supported by his uncle, the 1st Earl of Wharton, who was a very influential person in politics.
A Short Break from Parliament
Around the 1710 British general election, it seems Bertie decided he didn't want to be in Parliament anymore. He was expected to run for Appleby but decided to step down before the voting took place.
Returning to Politics
After some time away, Bertie tried to get back into Parliament. In 1721, he ran in a special election called a by-election for Lincolnshire, but he did not win this time.
Serving Again for Boston
Later, in the 1734 British general election, Albemarle Bertie was elected as the MP for Boston. His nephew, who was now the 2nd Duke of Ancaster and Kesteven, helped him get this position. Bertie served in Parliament until the 1741 British general election, when he decided not to run again. He passed away the following year in 1742.
