David Flitwick (died 1353) facts for kids
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Sir David Flitwick, K.B.
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Arms of de Flitwick:- "argent, 2 lions passant guardant sable"
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| M.P. for Bedfordshire | |
| In office 8 Jul 1313 – 1314 |
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| Monarch | Edward II |
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| Born | 1281 Flitwick, Bedfordshire |
| Died | 1353 |
| Children | Eleanor |
| Parent | David Flitwick (1266–1311) & Lora Gumbaud/Gobaud |
David Flitwick (1281–1353) was an important English person from Flitwick, Bedfordshire. He was a politician and a soldier. He fought in the wars between England and Scotland, just like his grandfather, also named David Flitwick.
Life of David Flitwick
David Flitwick joined King Edward I of England when England went to war with Scotland. He became a Knight of the Bath at a special event called the Feast of the Swans. At this ceremony, 266 other men also became knights. One of them was his brother-in-law, William Marmion.
Serving in Parliament
David Flitwick was chosen to be a representative in Parliament. Parliament is a group of people who make laws for the country. He represented the area of Bedfordshire. He was called to Parliament on July 8, 1313, and again on September 23, 1313.
His Land and Property
After David Flitwick died in 1353, official records were made to list what he owned. These records showed that he owned a large estate called the manor of Flitwick in Bedfordshire. Later records from 1355 also showed he owned Brendhall manor in Harlow, Essex. He also had land in Ringstead and Leasingham in Lincolnshire, and smaller pieces of land in Anwick, Haconby, and Killingholme.
David Flitwick's Family
David Flitwick's daughter, Eleanor, took over his property after he died. His sister, Lucy, was married to William Marmion.
