Henry Fairfax, 4th Lord Fairfax of Cameron facts for kids
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The Lord Fairfax of Cameron
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| Born | 30 December 1631 |
| Died | 13 April 1688 |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Title | 4th Lord Fairfax of Cameron |
| Predecessor | Thomas Fairfax, 3rd Lord Fairfax of Cameron |
| Successor | Thomas Fairfax, 5th Lord Fairfax of Cameron |
| Spouse(s) | Frances Barwick |
| Children | 10, including Thomas Fairfax, 5th Lord Fairfax of Cameron |
| Parent(s) | Henry Fairfax Lady Mary Cholmondeley |
Henry Fairfax, 4th Lord Fairfax of Cameron (born December 30, 1631 – died April 13, 1688) was an important Scottish nobleman and politician. He lived in Denton, Yorkshire, England. Henry was the grandson of Thomas Fairfax, 1st Lord Fairfax of Cameron, a well-known figure in his time.
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Who Was Henry Fairfax?
Henry Fairfax was born into a notable family. His father was Henry Fairfax, who was a scholar and a church leader in York. His mother was Lady Mary Cholmondeley. Henry studied at Gray's Inn, which was a famous place for legal education in London.
Early Life and Family Connections
Henry grew up in a family with strong ties to politics and public life. His grandfather, the 1st Lord Fairfax, was a respected leader. This background prepared Henry for his own future roles.
A Role in Politics
Henry Fairfax became involved in important events during his lifetime. In January 1660, he joined a local uprising in Yorkshire. This uprising supported George Monck, who was a key figure in restoring the monarchy in England. Henry took part under the leadership of his cousin, Thomas Fairfax, 3rd Lord Fairfax.
In 1671, Henry took over the family title and estates. He became the 4th Lord Fairfax of Cameron after his cousin passed away. This meant he inherited the family home at Denton, North Yorkshire.
Henry also served in the English Parliament. He represented the area of Yorkshire. He was a Member of Parliament in March and October of 1679. He served again in 1681. This showed his commitment to public service.
The Fairfax Family Tree
Henry Fairfax married Frances Barwick. Together, they had ten children. Their family grew quite large!
Here are their children:
- Mary Fairfax (born July 29, 1653)
- Dorothy Fairfax (born December 30, 1655)
- Thomas Fairfax, 5th Lord Fairfax of Cameron (born 1657)
- Henry Fairfax Of Toulston (born April 20, 1659)
- Ursula Fairfax (born May 3, 1661)
- Frances Fairfax (born April 2, 1663)
- Bryan Fairfax (born April 2, 1665)
- Barwicke Fairfax (born September 18, 1677)
- Anne Fairfax (born April 27, 1670)
- Mary Fairfax (born 1673)
His son, Thomas, later became the 5th Lord Fairfax of Cameron. This continued the family's important legacy.
