Cuthbert Baillie facts for kids
Cuthbert Baillie (died in 1514) was an important person in Scotland's history. He held a very significant job called the lord high treasurer of Scotland. Think of him as the person in charge of all the country's money and finances for the king.
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Who Was Cuthbert Baillie?
Cuthbert Baillie was a Scottish leader who lived a long time ago, during the late 1400s and early 1500s. He was known for his work in both the church and the government.
His Family Background
Cuthbert Baillie was connected to a powerful family in Scotland. His father, Sir William Baillie of Lamington, was a trusted friend of King James III. This connection likely helped Cuthbert in his career.
His Roles in the Church
Before becoming a top government official, Cuthbert Baillie had several important roles in the church.
- He started his church career in a place called Thankerton.
- He was also known as the Commendator of Glenluce. This meant he was in charge of a monastery there.
- Records also show he was a prebendary of Sanquhar. A prebendary was a type of church official who received income from a specific church property.
Becoming Lord High Treasurer
Cuthbert Baillie took on the very important job of Lord High Treasurer of Scotland on October 29, 1512. This role was like being the finance minister for the king. He was responsible for managing all the money that came into and went out of the royal treasury. This included collecting taxes and paying for government expenses. He served in this role until his death in 1514.
