Carew Mildmay facts for kids
Carew Hervey Mildmay (born February 2, 1596 – died 1676) was an English politician. He served in the House of Commons, which is like a part of today's Parliament, in 1654 and 1656. He was also a soldier who fought for the Parliamentary army during the English Civil War.
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Early Life and Family
Carew Mildmay was the second son of William Mildmay. His family lived in Moulsham, Essex. He went to Emmanuel College, Cambridge in 1614 to study and later joined the Inner Temple in 1616, which was a place for training lawyers.
In 1622, his uncle, Sir Gawen Hervey, chose Carew to be his heir. This meant Carew would inherit his uncle's property. As part of this, Carew was asked to add "Hervey" to his name before "Mildmay." From then on, his family followed this tradition.
Life at Marks Manor
After inheriting from his uncle, Carew became known as Carew Mildmay of Marks. He lived at the Marks manor house in Romford, Essex. This was his home during the English Civil War.
Fighting in the Civil War
During the Civil War, Carew Mildmay led a regiment (a group of soldiers) for the Parliament's army. At one point, the Royalist forces (who supported the King) surrounded and attacked his home at Marks. Carew managed to escape capture by swimming across the moat (a deep, wide ditch filled with water) around his manor!
After the war, in 1652, he bought a part of the land that used to belong to the Royal Palace at Havering.
Role in the Jewel House
On May 5, 1605, Carew Mildmay was given a special job: Groom of his Majesty's Jewels and Plate. This meant he helped look after the King's valuable jewels and silver items. His relative, Henry Mildmay, was in charge of the entire Jewel House. After the King was restored to power, Carew successfully asked to get his job back in the Jewel House.
Political Career
Carew Mildmay was an important figure in politics during his time.
Member of Parliament
In 1654, he was chosen to be a Member of Parliament (MP) for Essex. He served in the First Protectorate Parliament. He was elected again as an MP for Essex in the Second Protectorate Parliament. These parliaments were important during the time England was ruled by Oliver Cromwell, before the monarchy was restored.
Later Life
Carew Mildmay lived at Marks in Romford, Essex, for many years. He passed away at the age of 80 and was buried in Romford on August 8, 1676. He was married to Dorothy Gerard, who was the sister of Sir Gilbert Gerard, 1st Baronet of Harrow on the Hill.
