Bridget Clinton, Countess of Lincoln facts for kids
Bridget Clinton, Countess of Lincoln was an important English noblewoman. She became the Countess of Lincoln in 1619. Her original name was Bridget Fiennes.
Bridget was the daughter of William Fiennes, 1st Viscount Saye and Sele. Her mother was Elizabeth Temple. Bridget married Theophilus Clinton, 4th Earl of Lincoln, before 1619. They had several children together.
Her Family Life
Bridget and Theophilus had four children. Their children were:
- Lady Catharine Clinton (died around 1643). She married George Booth, 1st Baron Delamer. They had one child.
- Lady Arabella Clinton (died 1667). She married Robert Rolle and had children.
- Margaret Clinton (died 1688). She married Hugh Boscawen and also had children.
- Edward Clinton, Lord Clinton (1624-1657). He married Lady Anne Holles. They had one child, Edward Clinton, 5th Earl of Lincoln.
A Special Book Dedication
In 1622, Bridget received a special honor. Her mother-in-law, Elizabeth Clinton, Countess of Lincoln, wrote a book. The book was called The Countess of Lincoln's Nursery. It was dedicated to Bridget. This means the book was written in her honor.
Connections to New England
Bridget had connections to people moving to New England. Thomas Dudley was the Earl's steward. A steward managed the Earl's household and lands. Dudley helped arrange Bridget's marriage to Theophilus.
In 1631, Thomas Dudley wrote a letter to Bridget. He shared news about the settlers in New England. This letter suggests that Bridget was well-liked. She was popular among people leaving Lincolnshire for the new colonies.
Later Years
After Bridget Clinton passed away, her husband, the Earl, married again. His second wife was Elizabeth Gorges. She was a relative of his. However, they did not have any children together.
