Edward Vaughan (died 1718) facts for kids
Edward Vaughan (died 5 December 1718) was an important Welsh politician. He came from places called Glan-y-Llyn and Llwydiarth. Edward Vaughan was a member of the English House of Commons and later the British House of Commons for a very long time, 43 years! This was from 1675 until he passed away in 1718. For a short time, he was even known as the "Father of the House," which meant he was the longest-serving member.
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Edward's Family and Early Life
Edward Vaughan was the oldest son of Howel Vaughan. His mother was Elizabeth Jones. Edward inherited land and estates, including Llwydiarth and Llangedwyn, from his wife's uncle, who was also named Edward Vaughan. This happened in 1661. Later, in 1669, he also inherited his father's properties.
In 1672, Edward Vaughan married Mary Purcell. Her father, John Purcell, was also a Member of Parliament.
His Political Career
Edward Vaughan was a Tory politician. This means he belonged to a political group that had certain ideas about how the country should be run.
He held several important jobs in his local areas:
- He was a deputy lieutenant for Montgomeryshire and Merionethshire for many years. This role involved helping to keep order and manage the local military.
- He was the High Sheriff of Montgomeryshire for part of 1688. The High Sheriff was a top law enforcement officer in the county.
- He was also the Custos Rotulorum of Merionethshire from 1711. This person was the main keeper of the county's records.
Serving in Parliament
Edward Vaughan was elected as a Member of Parliament (MP) for Montgomeryshire many times. He served in Parliament through many different elections:
- March 1679
- October 1679
- 1681
- 1685
- 1689
- 1690
- 1695
- 1698
- February 1701
- December 1701
- 1702
- 1705
- 1708
- 1710
- 1713
- 1715
This long list shows how consistently he was chosen by the people of Montgomeryshire to represent them in Parliament.
Later Life and Legacy
Edward Vaughan passed away in December 1718. He had two daughters and one son. Sadly, his son died before him.
His property and estates were passed down to his son-in-law, Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn, 3rd Baronet. Watkin Williams Wynn had married Edward's daughter, Ann.
