Edward Turnour (speaker) facts for kids
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Sir Edward Turnor or Turnour
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Sir Edward Turnour
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Sir Edward Turnor (born in 1617) was an important person in English history. He was known as the Speaker of the House of Commons. He lived in a place called Little Parndon in Essex, England. He passed away on March 4, 1676.
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Who Was Sir Edward Turnor?
Sir Edward Turnor, also spelled Turnour, was a key figure in English politics during the 1600s. He held several important jobs that helped shape the country. He was known for his legal knowledge and his role in the government.
His Early Life and Education
Edward Turnor was the son of Arthur Turnor. He was born in 1617. Edward went to a school called John Roysse's Free School in Abingdon. This school is now known as Abingdon School. After that, in 1632, he went to Queen's College at Oxford University. When his father passed away in 1651, Edward took over the family estate in Little Parndon.
Sir Edward's Important Career
Edward Turnor became a barrister, which is a type of lawyer. He trained at a place called Middle Temple. He also became a Member of Parliament (MP). This means he was elected to represent people in the English government. He was an MP for Essex from 1654 to 1661. Then, he was an MP for Hertford from 1661 to 1671.
While he was an MP for Hertford, he held two very important jobs. From 1661 to 1671, he was the Speaker of the House of Commons. The Speaker is like the leader of the main part of the English Parliament. They make sure debates run smoothly. He was also the Solicitor General from 1670 to 1671. This job meant he was a top legal advisor to the government. He was given the title of "Sir" in 1660, which means he was knighted.
Helping After the Great Fire
Sir Edward Turnor was one of the judges chosen to help people after the Great Fire of London in 1666. This huge fire destroyed many homes and buildings. The judges helped settle arguments about who owned what land after the fire. This was done under a special law called the Fire of London Disputes Act of 1666.
Sir Edward Turnor passed away on March 4, 1676, while he was working in Bedford. He was buried in Little Parndon. He had been married twice and had two sons and two daughters. One of his sons, also named Edward Turnour, later became an MP for Orford.
See also
- List of Old Abingdonians
