Francis Rivett facts for kids

Francis Rivett (born around 1596 – died April 6, 1669) was an English man who owned a lot of land and also worked as a politician. He was a member of the House of Commons, which is like a part of the government, at different times between 1654 and 1660.

Early Life and Education

Francis Rivett was likely a student at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, starting on May 29, 1612. He finished his studies and earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in 1616.

Becoming a Landowner

Around the year 1649, Francis Rivett bought a large piece of land called the King's Somborne estate. He purchased it from a person named Richard Gifford. Owning an estate meant he was a significant landowner in his area.

Political Career in Parliament

Francis Rivett was involved in the government during a time of change in England. He was chosen by people to represent them in Parliament.

Serving as an MP

In 1654, Rivett was elected as a Member of Parliament (MP) for Hampshire. He served in a special government assembly called the First Protectorate Parliament. An MP is someone elected to speak for the people in their area.

Representing Stockbridge

Later, in 1659, he was elected again as an MP, this time for the area of Stockbridge. He served in another assembly called the Third Protectorate Parliament. In 1660, he was once more elected as the MP for Stockbridge. This time, he was part of the Convention Parliament, which was important for bringing back the king to England.

Family and Estate

Francis Rivett had a daughter named Margery. She married a man named Oliver St John. After Francis Rivett, the King's Somborne estate, which he had bought, passed to his daughter and her husband.