Cuthbert Hacket facts for kids

Sir Cuthbert Hacket (died November 1631) was an important English merchant. He became the Lord Mayor of London in 1626. This was a very important job in the city!

Who Was Sir Cuthbert Hacket?

Sir Cuthbert Hacket was a successful merchant in London. He was first a member of the Worshipful Company of Dyers. These "companies" were like powerful clubs or guilds for different trades. Later, he moved to the Worshipful Company of Drapers in 1623.

His Journey in London's Government

Cuthbert Hacket started his journey in London's government on September 26, 1616. He was chosen as an Alderman for the Portsoken area. An alderman was a senior leader in the city's government.

He also served as Sheriff of London from 1616 to 1617. The Sheriff was a key official, helping to keep law and order. In 1624, he became an alderman for the Bridge area.

In 1626, Cuthbert Hacket reached a very high position. He was elected Lord Mayor of London. At the same time, he was also the Master of the Drapers Company. For his service, he was made a knight on May 20, 1627. This meant he was then called "Sir Cuthbert Hacket."

Sir Cuthbert's Family

Sir Cuthbert Hacket married Judeth Woar. Her father, Richard Woar, was also a dyer from London.

Cuthbert had a son named Roger Hacket. Roger became a very good speaker and a religious leader. Sir Cuthbert's daughter, Judith, married Sir Thomas Dawes.