Daniel Lascelles (1655–1734) facts for kids

Daniel Lascelles (born November 6, 1655 – died September 5, 1734) was an important English landowner and politician. He lived in places like Stank and Northallerton in Yorkshire. He was known for his work in the government and for his family connections.

Who Was Daniel Lascelles?

Daniel Lascelles was elected to the House of Commons, which is like a big meeting place where people make laws for the country. He became a Member of Parliament (MP) for the area called Northallerton in 1702. He only served for a short time and didn't run for election again after that.

What Was a High Sheriff?

Besides being an MP, Daniel Lascelles also served as the High Sheriff of Yorkshire from 1718 to 1719. A High Sheriff was a very important official in a county. Their job was to help keep law and order, manage elections, and collect taxes for the King or Queen. It was a position of great responsibility and respect.

Daniel's Family Background

Daniel Lascelles came from a well-known family. His father was Francis Lascelles (1612–1667), who lived at Stank Hall in Yorkshire. Francis Lascelles was a colonel in the Parliament's army during a time of big changes in England. He was also an MP himself and had business connections that reached as far as Ireland and Barbados.

Daniel's Marriages and Children

Daniel Lascelles was married two times and had several children.

First Marriage

His first wife was Margaret Metcalfe, who passed away in 1690. She was the daughter of William Metcalfe from Northallerton. Daniel and Margaret had nine children together, including:

• George Lascelles (1681–1729): He became a merchant who traded with Barbados, an island in the Caribbean. He lived in London and passed away there.
• Henry Lascelles (1690–1753): He also became a successful merchant and played a big part in the family's business.

Second Marriage

Daniel's second wife was Mary Lascelles (1662–1734). She was related to him and was the daughter of Edward Lascelles, who was also a merchant involved in trade with Barbados and lived in London. With Mary, Daniel had more children, including:

• Edward Lascelles (1702–1747): He was the father of another important person named Edward Lascelles, 1st Earl of Harewood, who later became a very important noble.
• Francis Lascelles: Sadly, he passed away when he was very young.