Henry Tichborne, 1st Baron Ferrard facts for kids
Henry Tichborne (born 1663, died 1731) was an important Irish nobleman. He was known as Sir Henry Tichborne from 1697 to 1715. He came from a well-known family in County Louth, Ireland. His home was Beaulieu.
Henry Tichborne was the oldest son of Sir William Tichborne. His mother was Judith Bysse. His grandfather was Sir Henry Tichborne, a famous general. Henry Tichborne later became a member of the Irish House of Commons. He represented areas like Ardee and County Louth.
A Supporter of Change
Henry Tichborne strongly supported the Glorious Revolution. This was a major event in British history. Because of his support, he was given a special title. He became a Baronet in 1697. This title meant he was "Sir Henry Tichborne, of Beaulieu."
In 1714, he joined the Privy Council of Ireland. This was a group of important advisors to the King. A year later, in 1715, he received an even higher honor. He was made a Baron in the Peerage of Ireland. This new title made him Baron Ferrard.
His Family and Legacy
Lord Ferrard married Arabella Cotton. They had four sons: William, Cotton, Robert, and Henry. Sadly, all his sons passed away before him. They did not have any sons themselves. This meant that when Lord Ferrard died in 1731, his titles ended.
His only daughter who lived was Salisbury Tichborne. She married William Aston in 1713. William Aston was also a member of Parliament. Their family continued to live at Beaulieu House.
One of Lord Ferrard's younger sons, William, married Charlotte Amelia Molesworth. She was a relative and a lady-in-waiting to Princess Caroline. Another son, Henry, died young without children.
Lord Ferrard's niece, Judith Tichborne, was also important. She married Charles Spencer, a leading English statesman. After his death, she married Sir Robert Sutton.
Lord Ferrard played a big part in finishing Beaulieu House. His grandfather had started building it in 1666. Today, Beaulieu House is still a beautiful and historic home.
See also
- Tichborne Baronets
