Henry Lee Warner facts for kids
Henry Lee Warner (born July 23, 1688 – died December 13, 1760) was an English gentleman who owned land. He was also a politician from the Tory party. He served in the House of Commons, which is like a main part of the British Parliament, from 1711 to 1713.
Early Life and Education
Henry Lee Warner was the son of Henry Lee and Dorothy Howe. His mother was the daughter of Sir George Grobham Howe, 1st Baronet.
Young Henry went to Christ Church, Oxford, a famous university. Later, in 1706, he joined the Inner Temple. This was a place where people studied to become lawyers in London.
Time in Parliament
With help from his uncle, Sir James Howe, 2nd Baronet, Henry Lee Warner became a Member of Parliament (MP). An MP is a person elected to represent an area in the House of Commons.
He was elected for a place called Hindon on May 15, 1711. He served as an MP for two years, until 1713.
During his time in Parliament, he didn't make many big changes. However, he did help pass a special law. This law was about his family's land and money, which he inherited after his brother passed away.
Travels and Later Life
In 1713, Henry decided not to run for Parliament again. Instead, he went on a long trip around Europe. This kind of trip was called a Grand Tour.
He visited many countries, including France, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands. He traveled for three years, returning home in 1716.
After his travels, he settled down with his father at Walsingham Abbey in Norfolk, England. In 1736, he also inherited more land. This was the manor of Berwick St Leonard in Wiltshire, which he received from his uncle, Sir James.
Family and Legacy
Henry Lee Warner married Mary Milles. Her father, Samuel Milles, was also an MP for Canterbury.
Henry and Mary had a large family. They had four sons and one daughter.
Henry Lee Warner passed away when he was 72 years old. He left his son land in six different counties.
