Edward Stourton, 10th Baron Stourton facts for kids

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Edward Stourton was an important English nobleman who lived a long time ago, from around 1555 to 1633. He became the 10th Baron Stourton, a special title passed down in his family. His father was Charles Stourton, and his mother was Lady Anne Stanley. Edward took over the title of Baron in 1588 after his brother, John, passed away.

Edward Stourton: A Nobleman's Life

Edward Stourton was born around 1555. He was a younger son in a noble family. His father was Charles Stourton, the 8th Baron Stourton. His mother was Lady Anne Stanley, whose father was the 3rd Earl of Derby. Edward grew up in a time of many changes in England.

Facing Challenges and Proving Innocence

In 1605, a famous event called the Gunpowder Plot happened. This was a plan to blow up the Parliament building in London. Edward Stourton found himself in trouble because of this plot. He received a letter from his cousin, Francis Tresham, who was one of the people involved in the plot. The letter told Edward to stay away from Parliament.

Because of this letter, Edward was taken to the Tower of London, a famous prison. However, nothing was ever proven against him. It turned out that other noblemen, who were also Roman Catholic, had received similar warnings. Edward was released from the Tower without any charges. This showed that he was not involved in the plot.

Edward's Family Life

Edward Stourton married his cousin, Frances Tresham. Her parents were Sir Thomas Tresham and Muriel Throckmorton. Edward and Frances had a large family together. Some of their children passed away when they were very young. However, six of their children grew up and survived.

Edward's Children

• Margaret: She married a knight named Sir Thomas Sulyard from a place called Wetherden.
• Mary: She married Walter Norton, an Esquire, from Sibsey.
• William Stourton, 11th Baron Stourton: He later became the 11th Baron Stourton after his father.
• Francis: Born in 1599, he lived until 1638. He married Elizabeth Norton and they had children.
• Thomas: He lived until 1669.
• Edward: Named after his father.

Edward Stourton passed away on May 7, 1633. His son, William, then became the next Baron Stourton.