Heneage Finch, 3rd Earl of Winchilsea facts for kids
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The Right Honourable
The Earl of Winchilsea
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| English Ambassador to the Ottoman Empire | |
| In office 1660–1669 |
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| Monarch | Charles II |
| Preceded by | Sir Thomas Bendish |
| Succeeded by | Sir Daniel Harvey |
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| Born |
Heneage Finch
1628 England |
| Died | 28 September 1689 (aged 60–61) England |
| Spouses |
Hon. Diana Willoughby
(m. 1645; died 1648)Lady Mary Seymour
(m. 1650; died 1673)Catherine Norcliffe
(m. 1673; died 1678)Elizabeth Ayres
(m. 1681) |
| Children | 16, including
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| Education | Queens' College, Cambridge |
Heneage Finch, 3rd Earl of Winchilsea (born around 1628 – died September 28, 1689) was an important English nobleman and diplomat. A diplomat is someone who represents their country in another nation. He served as the English ambassador to the Ottoman Empire from 1660 to 1669.
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Early Life and Education
Heneage Finch was the only son of Thomas Finch, 2nd Earl of Winchilsea and Cecille Wentworth. His family was well-known in England.
He studied at Queens' College, Cambridge, a famous university. This education helped him prepare for his future roles.
A Career in Service
Heneage Finch had a very active career. He held several important positions in England.
Working for the King
In July 1660, his friend George Monck, 1st Duke of Albemarle appointed him as Governor of Dover Castle. He also became the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports. This was a very important job, as it meant he was in charge of several key ports along the English coast.
He was also the Lord Lieutenant of Kent. This role meant he was the King's representative in that county.
Ambassador to the Ottoman Empire
Lord Finch later became the ambassador to the Ottoman Empire. He served in this role from 1660 to 1669. An ambassador helps keep good relationships between countries.
When he returned to England in 1668, King Charles II joked with him. The King said, "My Lord, you have not only built a town, but peopled it too." This was a playful comment about Lord Finch having many children.
Meeting the King
In May 1660, King Charles II arrived in Dover. He was on his way to London to become King. Lord Finch was there to greet him. The King was welcomed with cheers from the crowd and a salute from Dover Castle's guns.
Because of his loyalty and service, King Charles II made him Baron FitzHerbert on June 26, 1660.
Family Life
Heneage Finch was married four times during his life. He had at least sixteen children.
His first wife was Diana Willoughby. After she passed away, he married Lady Mary Seymour. They had several children together.
- William Finch, who sadly died at sea during a battle.
- Lady Frances Finch.
- Heneage Finch, 5th Earl of Winchilsea, who later became the 5th Earl.
- Thomas Finch.
After Lady Mary's death, he married Catherine Norcliffe. His final marriage was to Elizabeth Ayres. They had a son named John Finch, 6th Earl of Winchilsea.
Lord Winchilsea passed away on September 28, 1689. His grandson, Charles, became the next Earl of Winchilsea.
