Henry Poole (died 1616) facts for kids
Sir Henry Poole (born in 1541, died August 31, 1616) was an important English politician. He served as a member of the House of Commons, which is like a part of today's Parliament, in 1593. He was known for his work in local government and his service to Queen Elizabeth I.
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Early Life and Career
Henry Poole was the son of Sir Giles Poole and Elizabeth Whittington. He began his studies at the Inner Temple in 1562. This was a famous place where people learned about law.
From 1573, Henry Poole became a Justice of the Peace (JP) for Gloucestershire. A JP was a local official who helped keep order and enforce laws. He also worked as an ecclesiastical commissioner in 1574. This meant he helped with matters related to the church.
In 1578, he reported a group of people with different religious views to the Privy Council. He was asked to help deal with these groups. Before 1585, he bought a large estate called the manor of Pinbury.
Public Service and Knighthood
Henry Poole was given the special title of knight in 1587. This meant he was now called "Sir Henry Poole." In 1588, he became the High Sheriff of Gloucestershire. This was a very important job, making him the chief law enforcement officer in the county.
When his father passed away in 1589, Henry Poole inherited all the family's lands and properties. This made him even more influential.
Facing the Spanish Armada
In 1588, England faced a huge threat from the Spanish Armada. This was a large fleet of Spanish ships planning to invade England. Sir Henry Poole played a role in defending his country. He was a Captain of a company in the Gloucestershire Trained Bands. These were local soldiers who helped protect Queen Elizabeth I's army from the invasion.
Political Career in Parliament
In 1593, Sir Henry Poole was chosen to be a Member of Parliament for Gloucestershire. This was a big achievement, as it meant he represented his county in the national government. He also served as a subsidy commissioner, helping to collect taxes.
In 1594, he became a commissioner for controlling grain supplies. He also joined the council in the Marches of Wales. This council helped govern the border areas between England and Wales. He was also a Justice of the Peace for many nearby counties.
Acquiring More Land
Sir Henry Poole continued to buy more land and property. In 1601, he paid £1,320 to buy the manor and advowson of Daglingworth. An advowson meant he had the right to choose the priest for the local church. He also bought the manor of Edgworth in the same year.
In 1603, he served again as the High Sheriff of Gloucestershire. Just before he passed away, he bought even more land. He paid £2,600 for the manors of Cirencester Oakley, Siddington Peter, and Siddington Mary.
Family and Legacy
Sir Henry Poole passed away at the age of 76. In his will, he asked to be buried in Sapperton church. He also left money for a "comely and convenient tomb" to be built there. This monument can still be seen today.
He was married to Anne Wroughton, who was the daughter of Sir William Wroughton. Together, they had three sons and four daughters. One of his sons, also named Henry Poole, later became a Member of Parliament too, following in his father's footsteps.
