Edmund Ludlow (died 1624) facts for kids
Sir Edmund Ludlow (born before 1548 – died 1624) was an important English landowner and politician. He was a member of the English Parliament many times between 1571 and 1622.
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Sir Edmund Ludlow: A Life in Politics
Early Life and Family
Edmund Ludlow was born before 1548. He was the oldest son of George Ludlow and Edith Windsor. His family lived in a place called Hill Deverill in Wiltshire, England. His mother, Edith, was the daughter of a nobleman named Andrew Windsor, 1st Baron Windsor.
His Political Career
In 1571, Edmund Ludlow was chosen to be a Member of Parliament (MP) for a place called Old Sarum. An MP is someone elected to represent people in the House of Commons, which is a part of the English Parliament.
After his father passed away in 1580, Edmund took over the family lands. From then on, he also served as a J.P. for Wiltshire. A Justice of the Peace helps keep law and order in a local area.
From 1586 to 1587, he was the High Sheriff of Wiltshire. The High Sheriff was a very important official who helped the King or Queen manage the county.
In 1597, he was elected as an MP again, this time for Ludgershall. He was given the title of 'Sir' when he was knighted on September 14, 1601. Later, in 1604, he was elected MP for Hindon, and he was re-elected for the same place in 1614.
Sir Edmund Ludlow was known for being very careful with his money and property. He lived in Maiden Bradley, Wiltshire, during his later years.
Family Life
Sir Edmund Ludlow was married twice. His first wife was Bridget Coker. They had three sons, including Henry, who also became an MP, and seven daughters. Bridget passed away in 1587.
His second wife was Lady Margaret Howard. She was the daughter of Sir Henry Manning. With Lady Margaret, Sir Edmund had at least four sons and two daughters. One of his sons from this marriage, Sir Henry Ludlow, also became a Member of Parliament.
