George Tailboys, 2nd Baron Tailboys of Kyme facts for kids

Quick facts for kids George Tailboys
Born	c. 1523
Died	(1540-09-06)6 September 1540 (aged c.17)
Title	Baron Tailboys of Kyme
Spouse(s)	Margaret Skipwith
Parents	Gilbert Tailboys, 1st Baron Tailboys of Kyme Elizabeth Blount

George Tailboys (born around 1523 – died around September 6, 1540) was an important young nobleman in Tudor England. He was the oldest son of Elizabeth Blount and Gilbert Tailboys, 1st Baron Tailboys of Kyme. Through his mother, George was the half-brother of Henry FitzRoy, 1st Duke of Richmond and Somerset. Henry FitzRoy was the only son acknowledged by Henry VIII, King of England.

Who Was George Tailboys?

George Tailboys was a young baron during the time of King Henry VIII. He inherited his father's title at a young age. His life was short but connected to powerful people. This included the King's own son.

Early Life and Family

George's family was part of the English nobility. His father was a baron. His mother had a special connection to the King.

Birth and Name

We don't know the exact date George was born. It was likely between April 1522 and March 1523. This is because he was said to be sixteen in March 1539. He was named George after his grandfather, Sir George Tailboys. His parents' marriage date is also not known.

His Brothers and Sisters

George was the oldest surviving son of his parents. He had an older sister named Elizabeth. He also had a younger brother named Robert. Robert later became the 3rd Baron Tailboys of Kyme. After Robert's death, their sister Elizabeth inherited the title. She later married Ambrose Dudley, 3rd Earl of Warwick.

George's mother, Elizabeth Blount, remarried after his father died. She married Edward Clinton, 1st Earl of Lincoln. Through this marriage, George gained three half-sisters: Margaret, Catherine, and Bridget.

His Royal Half-Brother

George had a special connection to the royal family. His older half-brother was Henry FitzRoy, 1st Duke of Richmond and Somerset. Henry was about four years older than George. He was King Henry VIII's son. George and Henry seemed to be good friends. They might have grown up together. Perhaps George visited Henry at Sheriff Hutton Castle with their mother.

Henry FitzRoy often gave George his old clothes. These were very fine clothes. For example, in 1533, George received a purple gown. It was made of taffeta and velvet. He also got a blue tinsel gown. Henry remembered George even in his last weeks. He gave George more clothing before he died in July 1536. George was about thirteen years old then.

A Young Lord's Guardian

George's father, Gilbert Tailboys, died on April 15, 1530. George was only about seven years old. Because he was so young, he needed a guardian. This guardian would manage his lands and affairs. The King granted George's care to William Fitzwilliam, 1st Earl of Southampton. Southampton later became Lord High Admiral.

Southampton seemed to care for George a lot. He took George with him to Calais in 1539. This was for the reception of Anne of Cleves. When George died in September 1540, Southampton was very sad. He wrote to King Henry VIII. He said the King had "lost a great treasure" in George. He believed George would have served the King well.

Taking His Place in Society

As George grew older, he started to take on more responsibilities. He began to participate in important events. He also started managing his family's properties.

First Steps in Parliament

In July 1536, George was about thirteen. In the same year his half-brother Henry died, George took his seat in Parliament. He became Lord Tailboys of Kyme. Even though he was young, he was now a part of the government. His mother did not control his guardianship. However, he sometimes stayed in her care.

Managing His Lands

By the late 1530s, George gained more control over his own business. For example, in February 1537, he and his mother received a joint role. They became bailiffs of the manor of Tattershall Castle. This castle was near South Kyme. They also became keepers of the great park there. This showed he was trusted with important duties.

His Marriage

George's guardian, Southampton, arranged his marriage. George married Margaret Skipwith. She was a cousin of Southampton's. Margaret was the daughter of Sir William Skipwith. He was a gentleman from Lincolnshire. George's mother likely did not see the wedding. She died sometime between 1539 and 1540.

The King had to approve the marriage. On April 17, 1539, King Henry VIII gave his consent. George was only sixteen years old when he married. An Act of Parliament was passed for him. This allowed him to take control of his estates. It also let him provide for his wife. This was unusual for someone so young. It showed the King's and Southampton's support for George.

His Early Death

George did not live long after his marriage. He died in September 1540. He was only about sixteen or seventeen years old. His royal half-brother Henry also died young. It is thought that George might have died from consumption. He had been well enough to travel in late 1539. This suggests his illness was not long-term.