Godfrey Bosvile facts for kids
Colonel Godfrey Bosvile (born 1596, died 1658) was an important English politician. He was a member of the House of Commons, which is like today's Parliament, from 1640 to 1653. He also fought as a colonel for the Parliamentarian side during the English Civil War.
Early Life and Family
Godfrey Bosvile was born in Gunthwaite, Yorkshire, England. He was baptized on April 12, 1596, in Sprotbrough. His father was Captain Ralph Bosvile.
When Godfrey was young, his father passed away in Ireland in 1601. His mother, Margaret Copley, later married Fulke Greville. This made Godfrey's younger half-brother, Robert Greville, 2nd Baron Brooke, a well-known leader of the Puritans, a religious group at the time.
In 1616, Godfrey Bosvile married Margery Greville. She was the daughter of Sir Edward Greville.
Political Career
In April 1640, Godfrey Bosvile was chosen to be a Member of Parliament for Warwick. This was during a short meeting of Parliament known as the Short Parliament.
Later that year, in December 1640, he was re-elected as an MP for Warwick. He continued to serve in Parliament through the Long Parliament and the Rump Parliament.
Role in the English Civil War
Godfrey Bosvile was a strong supporter of Parliament. He was appointed as a commissioner for Yorkshire, Warwick, and Coventry. This meant he helped manage affairs in these areas for Parliament.
He joined the Parliament's army and became a colonel. In 1643, he led 800 horsemen from Coventry and captured a fortified house belonging to Sir Thomas Holt. In 1644, he helped Colonel Purefoy during the siege of Banbury.
Bosvile's name was listed as one of the judges for the trial of King Charles I. However, he chose not to take part in the trial.
Later Life
Godfrey Bosvile passed away at the age of 62 in Gunthwaite, Yorkshire.
See also
- William Bosville (1745–1813), his descendant.
